Marshall Public Library will be closed Saturday, May 27 through Monday May 29, 2023 in observance of Memorial Day. Our free WiFi will still be accessible in the parking lot, as well as our online electronic resources.
We’ve added many new books in the month of April 2023 — some are shown below. You can access our catalog in the menu above and place books on hold for pickup at our window. Curbside pickup is currently available six days per week
One of our newest patrons, Henry, was so excited to get his own library card that his mom had to snap a few pictures to commemorate the occasion! We love that Henry loves the library so much! Thanks to Henry’s mom, Sarah for sharing her photos.
The Marshall Public Library has purchased the building on the southeast corner of Morgan and Jefferson, made possible by a Gordon Buckner Estate trust. For the time being, Powerhouse General Store will remain a tenant under a new lease agreement with the Library.
Our staff is enthusiastic about this future location as it has better visibility, more space and natural light. The Library’s trustees, acting director, and staff are working with Sapp Design Architects to design the new library space.
We will be scheduling community meetings to learn more about the wants and needs of local citizens. Past surveys have shown the community would like reading rooms, computer access, a set aside bookstore, a coffee shop, tutoring and training services, and spaces for music lessons, open mic sessions, and a variety of other community meetings and presentations. Documenting community input will be the guide for programming and design of the new library space.
Meanwhile, the library will continue to operate in its current location in the basement of the City Offices at 214 N Lafayette Ave.
Browse through the titles we added in the month of March 2023. Many new books have been cataloged in regular and Large Print. You can access our catalog in the menu above and place books on hold for pickup at our window. Curbside pickup is currently available six days per week.
Browse through the titles we added in the month of February 2023. Many new books have been cataloged in regular and Large Print. You can access our catalog in the menu above and place books on hold for pickup at our window. Curbside pickup is currently available six days per week.
Marshall Public Library will be closed Monday February 20, 2023 in observance of Presidents’ Day. Our free WiFi will still be accessible in the parking lot, as well as our online electronic resources.
The Marshall Public Library Board of trustees seeks applicants to fill the position of library director. Beginning January 1, 2023, long time library staff member Mary Bays will serve as interim director of the library.
Library Director – Job Description
The Library Director for the Marshall Public Library works under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees to develop, supervise, and coordinate the work of the Library. The Library Director performs managerial duties related to personnel, budget, collection development, building maintenance, library operations, and ensures conformity to the policies established by the Board of Trustees and Missouri State Statutes.
Qualifications:
A Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university. Degree in progress may also be considered.
Essential Skills:
Ability to administer the activities of a public library and to supervise the work of others in the library setting.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to analyze and solve problems independently.
Ability to mentor and motivate a strong creative staff.
Ability to demonstrate strong fiscal management skills.
Maintain knowledge of standard library principles and practices, concepts of freedom of speech, copyrights, collection development, patron confidentiality, censorship, and other library ethical issues.
Proficiency with computers, popular library software, internet and digital communications.
Ability to create an inclusive environment and seek out diverse voices.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, officials of other agencies, legislative officials, and the general public.
Excellent communication skills, including providing presentations to community organizations.
Specific Duties:
Plans, evaluates, and implements library services.
Acts as the primary library contact for all members of the media, government bodies, and other collaborating agencies.
Follows community trends in book choice, readership demographics, national awards, and patron engagement to choose appropriate materials for the library.
Oversees library programming including within the library and in the greater Marshall community.
Oversees library collection including purchasing, weeding, and inventory.
Supervises, motivates, and delegates responsibilities to library staff.
Hires, evaluates, and terminates library staff.
Develops, implements, and evaluates short and long range plans, goals, and objectives.
Develops and collects data integral to the needs of the library, Board of Trustees, community, and patrons.
Develops and administers policies concerning library operations, budgets, and programs.
Prepares annual budget with Library Board of Trustees’ approval.
Directs and controls the expenditures of library funds within constraints of the approved budget.
Prepares rnonthly and annual financial and statistical reports to the Library Board, county, and state officials.
Purchases new equipment and furnishings.
Supervises maintenance of library building, equipment, and furnishings.
Leads and participates in fundraising endeavors including grant writing, seeking public funds, and working in collaboration with the Marshall Public Library Foundation.
Provides support to the Library Board of Trustees by assisting with meetings, preparing reports, and implementing policies decided by the Board.
Attends monthly Library Board of Trustees meetings.
Engages in professional development in the library fieid by attending webinars, workshops, professional meetings, and reading current literature.
Performs other related responsibilities as necessary.
Physical Requirements:
Possesses the ability to work in a standard office setting using standard office equipment.
Time/schedule requirements:
A 40-hour work week, typically Monday-Friday, during business hours.
Occasionally may work outside of business hours to provide library coverage, special events, etc.
The Marshall Public Library will hold free children’s storytimes at the Salt Fork YMCA at 9am every second and fourth Tuesday of each month. This is in addition to the weekly storytimes held at the library building.
Browse through the titles we added in the month of January 2023. Many new books have been cataloged in regular and Large Print. You can access our catalog in the menu above and place books on hold for pickup at our window. Curbside pickup is currently available six days per week.