Overall Position Purpose: The Anne Arundel County Public Library (AACPL) is governed by an 18-member Board of Library Trustees authorized under State of Maryland law dating to the 1940s. Under its 1936 Articles of Incorporation, the Board is self-perpetuating, meaning Trustees are appointed by the Board pursuant to established bylaws and State law. AACPL receives its primary funding from Anne Arundel County government, with the elected County Executive proposing annual operating and capital budgets for approval by the seven-member County Council. The State of Maryland provides significant annual funding support to the library system, representing approximately 8% of the operating budget, while the County provides approximately 90%. The Anne Arundel County Public Library Foundation also provides substantial financial support for priorities beyond County funding capacity.

Under the direction of the Board of Library Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides strategic leadership for AACPL and oversees the delivery of library services, programs, collections, and community resources throughout Anne Arundel County. The CEO advances the library's reputation and impact locally, statewide, and nationally through advocacy, partnership development, and promotion of AACPL's mission and services. The CEO establishes organizational priorities and directs the effective stewardship of the library's workforce, operating and capital budgets, facilities, and long-range capital planning. The CEO leads a high-performing Executive Team and fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, transparency, accountability, and public service. The CEO serves as an ex officio member of both the Board of Library Trustees and the Library Foundation Board of Directors. The CEO serves as the chief ambassador and public voice for AACPL.

Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree in Library Science or its equivalent from an American Library Association accredited program. At least seven years of public library experience in an administrative leadership capacity, including five years of executive-level management experience. A valid driver's license demonstrating a clean driving record is required to operate County-owned and insured vehicles. A criminal and financial background check is required.

Necessary Special Requirement: Ability to meet re-certification requirements of the Maryland State Library Agency.

The library reserves the right to re-advertise this position if there is an insufficient pool of applicants.

TO APPLY: The Anne Arundel County Public Library is committed to building a workforce that's as diverse and authentic as the community it serves. If this opportunity excites you and you have relevant experience and skills - even if you don't check every box - we want to hear from you.

• Compelling letter of interest
• Resume outlining how your experience meets the position qualifications
• Contact information for three work-related references, including a current supervisor, who will not be contacted until mutual interest is established

Applications are due by 11:30 p.m. EDT on Sunday, August 23, 2026