Head of Adult Services (Full-time, Exempt)

Posted: Oct 11, 2026 APPLY Head of Adult Services (Full-time, Exempt) Farmington Community Library - Farmington Hills, MI business_center Full-time Salary: $71,000.00 Annually Application Deadline: Oct 26, 2026 Public Library Leads and manages the Adult Services Department, including programming, collections, outreach, and information services for adults and teensWorks closely with the Assistant Head of Adult Services to establish departmental priorities and goals; coordinate staffing, scheduling, workflow, and day-to-day operations; plan regular department-wide and committee meetings; and ensure responsive services across both Library locations Evaluates departmental services and stays informed of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices; identifies opportunities for innovation, improvement, and continued growth in response to community needs Provides direct public service, including reference, readers’ advisory, and technology assistance Serves as an active member of the Library’s leadership team, contributing to Library-wide planning, decision making, problem solving, and the development and implementation of strategic and organizational priorities Leads and participates in Library-wide committees, teams, projects, and initiatives Collaborates across departments and locations to coordinate services, implement Librarywide initiatives, address operational needs, and support effective and consistent operations Supervises, coaches, and develops department staff; establishes clear expectations, provides ongoing feedback and mentorship, conducts performance evaluations, and supports professional growth Fosters a collaborative and communicative work environment and provides staff with the guidance, training, and resources needed to deliver effective service and successfully navigate challenges Builds and maintains relationships with community organizations and partners and represents FCL at community and professional meetings and events Serves as Staff-in-Charge when assigned, exercising sound judgment in responding to patron concerns, staff matters, emergencies, security issues, and other situations Other duties and responsibilities as assigned Attachments 10-26 Head Adult Services Job Posting 1.pdf Share Share Share Share email Share