Library Director - Mansfield Public Library

Library Director - The Town of Mansfield, Connecticut is seeking an innovative, dynamic, experienced library professional to lead the Mansfield Public Library. The Library Director is responsible for: visioning and planning activities; leadership, advocacy, and public information duties; coordinating the day-to-day operation of the public library; budgeting; developing the library collection; and developing and administering library policies and procedures. The Director is also responsible for coaching, supervising and evaluating library personnel. The Library Director reports to the Town Manager and provides staff support to the Mansfield Public Library Advisory Board and The Friends of the Mansfield Library. About Mansfield: Mansfield, with a population of 24,000, is located in the Northeastern portion of the state, better known as Connecticut’s Quiet Corner. Home to the University of Connecticut, Mansfield offers the unique blend of rural living in a university setting. Mansfield is known as a progressive community committed to sustainable growth and quality education. Mansfield has a variety of cultural and educational offerings, as well as an abundance of natural resources ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Mansfield is an ICMA-recognized Council-Manager community, with the Town Manager serving as the Chief Executive Officer responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Town. The Mansfield Public Library is a busy, community-centered library with an annual circulation of 230,000. For more information regarding Mansfield and its Public Library please visit the Town’s official website, www.mansfieldct.gov. Candidates: Mansfield’s most recent Library Director retired after 17 years of dedicated service to the community. The selected candidate will begin work around the beginning of the New Year. The salary range is $68,348/yr -$97,178/yr, depending upon qualifications and experience, with a competitive benefits package. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree supplemented by a Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university and extensive responsible professional public library experience including considerable supervisory experience. The Town will look to the selected candidate to build on the Library's strengths while providing vision and leadership to insure that the Library continues to meet the needs of the community. The selected candidate will be expected to maintain our tradition of excellent public service. The selected candidate will staff and attend Library Advisory Board meetings. This position also provides staff support to the Friends of the Mansfield Public Library. Application Process - Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, employment application and a list of at least three professional references to HR@mansfieldct.org. The employment application may be completed online at www.mansfieldct.gov. Application materials must be submitted by Monday, November 7, 2011. Specific questions about the position or recruitment process may be directed to Maria Capriola, Assistant to Town Manager at 860-429-3336 x5 or HR@mansfieldct.org.