Garnavillo Public Library

Library website: www.garnavillo.lib.ia.us             Library email: garnavillolibrary@gmail.com

Phone # 563-964-2119

County Food Shelf Drive

The Garnavillo Public will be accepting non perishable food items, personal supplies and cleaning supplies for the Clayton County Food Shelf. If you would like to donate, just bring in your items and put them in our designated box set up for the County food shelf. The librarians will make sure that the items in the box are delivered to the food shelf.                                         Thank you for any support that you can give to this project.

Garnavillo Public Library – Library Director

The Garnavillo Public Library is seeking an engaged and community‑focused leader to serve as our next Library Director.              This is an exciting opportunity to guide a vital community resource and support its continued growth, innovation, and impact.

The Director works closely with the Library Board and City leadership to ensure high‑quality service, relevant programming, diverse literacy opportunities, and compliance with state requirements. This position is a part‑time City of Garnavillo role, averaging 28-30 hours per week.

The Director oversees all daily library operations and is responsible for administration, staff leadership, financial management, programming, and community engagement. Excellent customer service skills are essential.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required.

Must obtain State Library of Iowa Director Endorsement within 2 years of hire. (support and resources provided at no cost)
Salary:

$17–$20 per hour, depending on qualifications. This position includes IPERS. Position and salary are subject to a six‑month review.

To Apply:

Application Forms and List of Responsibilities are available at the Garnavillo Public Library and City Hall. If you would like the documents emailed contact City Administrator/Clerk Atkinson – garnavillo@gmail.com.

To apply drop off your completed application, along with your resume, at the Library or City Hall, mail to PO Box 14, Garnavillo, IA 52049 or email to City Administrator/Clerk Atkinson.

This position will remain open until filled.

Garnavillo is an EOE.