Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Librarian V - New Haven Free Public Library

Librarian V - New Haven Free Public Library. SALARY RANGE: $83,374 - $87,809 annualized, 37.5 hours/week. REMOVAL DATE: JANUARY 6, 2017. NATURE OF WORK: This is responsible professional and administrative work directing the activities of a major division of the library system and assisting the City Librarian in the formation of policy, rules, and procedures. The current vacant assignment entails managing the core operations of the Library with the senior management team and overseeing strategic initiatives. Represents the NHFPL as a vibrant urban public library both locally and nationally. General objectives are received in conference with the city librarian but employee performs professional and administrative functions with wide latitude in the exercise of administrative and professional judgement. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Master's Degree in Library Science; and 5 to 10 years of experience in professional library work, including three years in a supervisory or administrative capacity; and the necessary knowledge, abilities and skills as stated in the job description, including but not limited to: Extensive knowledge of the principles and techniques of library organization and management. Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of library services. Considerable knowledge of library personnel administration. Considerable knowledge of library and city fiscal and budgetary procedures. Ability to supervise, direct and instruct library personnel in administrative and procedural aspects of the library system. Ability to speak effectively in public. INSTRUCTIONS: In order to be considered for this title, you must submit an Application during the posting period. Applications are due January 6, 2017. Complete posting is available here.