Finding qualified candidates for library positions can be challenging, especially when you need to reach professionals with specialized skills and experience. That's where the Amigos Job Bank can help. As a free benefit of Amigos membership, it gives member libraries a cost-effective way to increase visibility for their open positions by putting them directly in front of library professionals nationwide.
Whether recruiting for a leadership role, a specialized position, or an entry-level opportunity, the Amigos Job Bank is a valuable tool for attracting talent and strengthening the library profession.
Staff changes happen frequently. Maintaining current contacts helps Amigos deliver invoices, service notifications, newsletters, and member communications to the appropriate staff, reducing delays and ensuring smooth service. Accurate contacts help your library get the full value of its Amigos membership and ensure critical information reaches the staff who need it most.
Amigos makes it easy to manage your library's contact information through the Amigos Member Portal, the centralized, user-friendly space that provides access to important member information. Keeping your contacts current helps ensure key staff members receive timely information about membership benefits and opportunities. Visit the Amigos Member Portal to review your contacts today.
Don’t have Member Portal access yet, or need access for another staff member? Email membership@amigos.org to get started.
Education & Events
Register for The Flexible Library Conference
The full conference schedule has been released for The Flexible Library, Amigos Library Services' online conference taking place September 23, 2026. This one-day virtual event will explore how libraries are embracing flexibility in staffing, programming, and organizational culture to meet evolving community needs. As always, registration is free for Amigos members and includes access to conference recordings for one year following the event. Register today and learn how libraries are turning flexibility into opportunity.
The Amigos Continuing Education schedule for October through December is now live, offering a variety of courses designed to support library staff at all levels. All courses are free for everyone at member libraries, including administrators, librarians, staff, volunteers, and student employees.
This makes it easy to register multiple team members for the same session and turn training into a shared learning experience. Attending a course together as a team can reinforce key concepts, spark conversation, and provide a foundation for applying newfound ideas in daily work.
Amigos will offer two upcoming Know & Go sessions focused on practical challenges facing library professionals today.
In Know & Go: Identifying When Interactions Cross the Line on September 16th, participants will explore how to recognize when patron or colleague interactions move beyond acceptable conduct, discuss strategies for addressing recurring issues, and review safety procedures that help create a secure environment for staff and users.
On September 21, Know & Go: Essential Steps for Selecting a Digital Repository Solution will provide a practical overview of evaluating repository options, planning migrations, and ensuring a smooth transition to a new platform.
Amigos is announcing an expanded schedule of Fall 2026 Digital Repository Service Office Hours, a series designed for libraries and cultural heritage institutions interested in learning more about Hyku, a community-supported digital repository platform for organizations of all types and sizes.
These one-hour sessions begin with a featured topic each month, followed by an open Q&A.
Getting the Most Out of Hyku Overview: September 15
Guided Bulk Import in Hyku: October 7
Digital Accessibility in Hyku: November 19
Office Hours are open to all libraries. Advance registration is required.
New Enhancements and Member Savings Available from PolicyMap
PolicyMap continues to expand its data and mapping platform with new features designed to help libraries better understand and serve their communities. Their recently recorded webinar, "Back to School with PolicyMap", highlights the latest platform enhancements and demonstrates how organizations can take advantage of new tools and data resources.
In addition to platform updates, PolicyMap has released its 2027 pricing and continues to offer special savings for Amigos members, including discounted member rates and multi-year subscription options.
Discover Spanish-Language Streaming Content for Your Library
Bibliotele is a Spanish language streaming service built for public and academic libraries and special member pricing is available for this Amigos vendor partner. More than 5,000 hours of Ibero American and international film, documentaries, series and children's programming, plus a performing arts collection of over 300 exclusive stage productions are available.
Most titles include public performance rights, so your library can program screenings at no extra cost.
Explore Real-World Uses of AI in Open Education with Pressbooks
Join Pressbooks on September 22nd for the webinar "AI in the Open: Real-World Practices in Teaching and Learning." The session will examine how AI is being used in open education through three key lenses: accessibility, student learning, and pedagogical practice. Attendees will hear real-world examples from educators and practitioners who are actively integrating AI into their work.
The webinar is designed for educators, instructional designers, accessibility specialists, open education practitioners, and anyone interested in learning how AI is being applied in educational settings today.
Need Help Finding Qualified Candidates for Library Job Openings?
Amigos member libraries can post their openings for FREE! Postings remain in our job bank for thirty days and are shared to Amigos social media. Current Job Listings.
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