Tuesday, March 01, 2016

Assistant Director

The Stratford Library Association (Stratford, CT) seeks a dynamic, energetic and innovative individual to assist the Library Director in the administration of the library, performing administrative, supervisory and budgetary functions for library facilities, service areas and operations.  The Library serves a population of 51,000 with an annual budget of approx. $3M and a staff of 34 FTE’s with a commitment to excellent customer service and community involvement.  Required qualifications:  MLS from an ALA accredited institution; five (5) years progressively responsible administrative experience; budget management expertise; involvement in grant writing; creative approach to library planning, strong commitment to customer service, knowledge of library trends and technology, excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to relate well to the public and library staff.  Salary range $77,000-$84,000 with excellent benefits.  Please send a cover letter and resume to Sheri Szymanski, Library Director, Stratford Library Association, 2203 Main Street, Stratford, CT  06615 or email sszymanski@stratfordlibrary.org by March 31, 2016.