City Librarian - Bridgeport, CT. Be part of a thriving, multicultural City as the next City Librarian of the Bridgeport Public Library.
The Library serves 145,000 residents in the largest municipality in
Connecticut, with five locations, a dedicated staff and a $7.8 million
annual operating budget. The nine-member governing Board of Directors
supports a successful candidate who will work well with the Library
Board, staff, and community stakeholders to develop and implement a 21st
century approach to the delivery of library services.
Bridgeport,
historically known as the "Park City," is located on the northern shore
of Long Island Sound approximately sixty miles northeast of New York
City. Bridgeport neighborhoods, including the developing mixed-use
downtown, are the heart of the City and community life. For more
information on Bridgeport Public Library and Bridgeport, visit Bridgeport Links.
Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a
master's degree in library science from an ALA accredited program and a
minimum of five years of increasingly responsible administrative library
experience including a minimum of three years management experience.
Essential attributes and skills include: vision, creativity, energy and
enthusiasm; superior written and oral communications ability;
demonstrated success in effectively promoting library services to
diverse communities; political acumen; collaborative and
consensus-building skills; and a thorough knowledge of current trends
and "best practices" for library service. Proven success working
effectively with a policy-making board, unions, facilities, and
experience working in a municipal environment is necessary.
Responsibilities. Under the direction of the Bridgeport
Public Library Board of Directors, the City Librarian develops,
administers and coordinates the work of the Library and the staff. Key
areas include (1) sound fiscal management; (2) personnel management and
staff development; (3) facilities management; (4) outreach to community
stakeholders; and (5) marketing the Library to its constituencies. For
the complete position description, visit City Librarian Description.
Compensation. A starting salary range of
$115,000-$135,000 (with final placement dependent upon experience and
qualifications) and a competitive fringe benefits package.
For further information, contact Dan Bradbury, Bradbury Miller Associates. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Dan Bradbury. The position closes April 4, 2018.
Friday, February 23, 2018
City Librarian - Bridgeport Public Library
Labels:
director,
fairfield county,
full time,
public libraries
Location:
Bridgeport, CT, USA