CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION, WATERBURY, CT
OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM #2076
OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAM FOR: LIBRARY DIRECTOR
SALARY: $80,000 ~ $90,000 PER YEAR
FRINGE BENEFITS: Cigna Health Plan; Prescription Drug Plan; Dental Plan; Group Life Insurance; 401A Individual Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation; paid Sick Leave; paid Personal Days.
LAST DAY FOR FILING APPLICATIONS
Applications, which may be obtained at the Civil Service Office, must be on file at the Civil Service Office, Chase Municipal Building, 236 Grand St., Waterbury, CT 06702 by 4:50 p.m.
May 29, 2015
IMPORTANT:
1. Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non- disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.
2. Residents – Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Proper documentation (Civil Service Office Request for Residency Points) must be submitted with application of employment.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Plans and administers the library program and supervises the library staff.
Submits recommendations on library services to the Library Board.
Carries out policy decisions as established by the Library Board, and acquaints the Library Board with special problems.
Interprets objectives of the library; plans, organizes and coordinates activities.
Reviews special library programs and projects.
Assigns and reviews work of all employees through department and division heads.
Makes recommendations for assignments, and transfers of employees in accordance with established procedures.
Maintains employee discipline and morale.
Conducts staff meetings.
Prepares preliminary budget estimates including the Bronson Fund with assistance from the Library Board.
Administers the budget of the Library.
Reviews
and approves library expenditures and purchases including weekly salary
payments, books and related materials, supplies, equipment, services,
etc.
Prepares and presents reports.
Supervises library publicity.
Keeps informed of current trends and new professional techniques in the library field.
Attends professional meeting.
Assures
that library buildings are properly maintained and necessary repairs
are made. D Performs other related duties as required.
LAST DAY FOR FILING APPLICATIONS
Applications,
which may be obtained at the Civil Service Office, must be on file at
the Civil Service Office, Chase Municipal Building, 236 Grand St.,
Waterbury, CT 06702 by 4:50 p.m.
May 29, 2015
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Working knowledge of current management and leadership best practices, and the ability to apply these to the Library.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Library Board, City and State Officials, the Library’s senior management team, other library staff, community officials, and the public.
Ability to identify and discuss issues and challenges facing the Library, and to present and discuss various viewpoints and options in an effort to strategize solutions.
Ability to make realistic budget proposals, to operate within established budgetary guidelines.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to manage and supervise library staff.
Broad understanding and ability to oversee administration of information technology and to plan for the implementation of new technologies as appropriate.
Ability to develop work‐related goals and objectives.
Ability to understand and support the fundamental principles of library services, such as offering open
access to library materials in any format for people of all ages; providing materials representing as many points of view as possible; and protecting a customer’s right to privacy in dealings with the library and with respect to records maintained by the Library.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST INDICATE ON YOUR APPLICATION THAT AS OF THE CLOSING DATE YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE:
Five years’ experience leading or managing a public access facility. Bachelor’s degree in the field of library science, liberal arts, business administration, or related field. Master’s degree in library science or business administration preferred.
(Please submit a copy of Diploma or Transcripts at time of application)
SPECIAL NOTE: By City Charter, this position requires a three (3) year contract provision.
The Parts and Weights for this examination will be determined prior to conducting the exam. APPEAL PROCESS: An applicant may appeal a notice of rejection of his/her application to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of receipt of such notice. Residency points for this position will be in accordance with the amendments to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations. Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address. Notification of examination will be mailed to the address written on your application.
THE CITY OF WATERBURY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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