Library Director - Willimantic Public Library,
Willimantic, CT. The Town of Windham seeks an energetic, creative
Director for its newly renovated Willimantic Public Library. The Library
Director plans and directs informational, educational, and cultural
services; oversees the care and maintenance of the library building, its
equipment, and systems; and formulates library policies and initiatives
for review by the Library Board of Directors and Town Manager. The
Director is responsible for development of the library's budget,
oversees its collections, determines technological needs, and maintains
cordial relations with patrons and community partners.
The successful candidate will have a Master's Degree in
Library Science from an accredited college or university plus ten (10)
years of progressively responsible library work, including five (5)
years in the supervision of a public library department or as director
of a smaller public library. An equivalent combination of education and
experience may also be considered. A strong background in children's
programming and bilingual skills (English and Spanish) are highly
desirable, as are experience in strategic planning, grant writing, and
innovative programming for all ages. This is a full-time position (40
hrs/wk); the salary range is $71,970 - $87,082.
Willimantic, CT, is a small city located within the
town of Windham (pop. 25,000). It is a diverse and lively community with
many amenities, including a farmer's market, food coop, coffee shops,
art galleries, and a range of restaurants. Willimantic is also home to
Eastern Connecticut State University, and the University of Connecticut
in Storrs is only a few miles away.
Applications may be obtained from the Town of Windham,
Town Manager's Office, 979 Main Street, Willimantic, CT 06226; or on our
website at www.windhamct.com, and must be submitted with a cover letter and resume no later than Monday, March 19, 2018. AA/EOE.
