Thursday, April 03, 2014
Manager of Learning and Discovery - Westport Library
Manager of Learning and Discovery - Westport Library
seeks a Manager of Learning and Discovery to work collaboratively with
library staff to create, expand and promote services that foster
exploration as a new model for delivering reference and information
services. The Manager uses his/her knowledge of emerging trends in
library and information science to implement new approaches to learning,
information access and services delivered through social networking
tools, Web 2.0 applications and mobile computing platforms. He/she uses
their leadership and organizational skills to manage the work of staff
to create and deliver customer-focused services to the community. The
Manager of Learning and Discovery serves as a member of the Management
Team. He/she contributes to strategic and long-range planning, program
development and evaluation, resource development, and allocation of
resources in support of the Library’s strategic initiatives. The
successful candidate will have an ALA accredited Master’s of Library
Science. Minimum of five (5) years professional experience in a public
library setting or information-based environment. Progressively
responsible management experience. Strong computer and technology
skills; customer service orientation; excellent oral and written
communication skills and interpersonal skills; ability to work
collaboratively. Flexibility and ability to thrive in a complex,
changing environment with competing demands. Proven success in planning,
introducing, and managing change. Schedule includes some evenings and
weekends. Send cover letter, resume and salary expectations to the Human
Resources Department, at jobs@westportlibrary.org.
Include title of this position in the subject line. Applications will
be accepted until position is filled. For more information and a
complete job description go to http://westportlibrary.org/about/employment.
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Location:
Westport, CT, USA