Library Director - Town of Belmont (MA)

Library Director - Town of Belmont (MA), Belmont Public Library. The Board of Library Trustees of the Belmont Memorial Library seeks an innovative, dynamic, and experienced library professional to serve as Library Director. Under the general direction of the Board of Library Trustees, the Library Director is responsible for planning, organizing, reviewing and directing all library activities blending traditional and innovative strategies in the use of materials, programs, technology, and space. The Library Director oversees the daily operations of the library, develops and implements library policies, procedures, and short and long range goals, directs and performs public relation activities, supervises staff, develops and administers the department budget, and oversees the physical plant. Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school with five years of progressively responsible public library experience including supervisory experience. Knowledge of principles and practices of library work, automated library systems, and use of library resources and information technology required. Must have excellent customer service skills, the ability to communicate effectively and must possess excellent technology skills. The salary range is $76,859 to $109,140 commensurate with experience and includes a full benefit package. Applications/Resumes accepted at the Town of Belmont, HR Dept., 455 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA 02478, or humanresources@belmont-ma.gov or fax 617-993-2741 by September 12, 2014. EEO.