Library Director – Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library. The Board of Trustees of the Pearle L. Crawford Memorial Library in
Dudley, Massachusetts, seeks a dynamic individual with strong leadership
and interpersonal skills for the position of Library Director. Working
under the direction of the Board, and under the general supervision of
the Town Administrator, the Library Director will be responsible for the
overall management and oversight of the Library and will work to
strengthen and expand the Library’s position within the community.
Our ideal candidate is an effective spokesperson for the library
who will focus on creating a patron-centered environment that is
inclusive for all, is knowledgeable of collections and resources, trains
and supports staff in current and emerging library technology, and
creatively plans and implements library programs. Our candidate
demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, and will
represent the Library at meetings with Town government and community
organizations.
The Library Director is responsible for overseeing all facets of
library operations. These include staff selection and supervision,
collection management, event programming, facility management, library
financial and budget management, long-range/strategic planning, public
and private grant application, and oversight and upgrade of library
technology (software and hardware).
The Director will draft and recommend policy to the Board, advise
the Board on library matters and provide expertise and guidance on
pertinent local/state/federal legislation. The Director is committed to
providing quality library service to the community based on its needs
and within the limits of its available resources.
Qualifications: MLS degree from an ALA accredited program and MBLC
certification. Requires a minimum of 5 years of progressively
responsible professional public library experience, including at least 3
years in a supervisory capacity. Must have a high degree of motivation,
initiative and resourcefulness and the ability to exercise independent
judgment in problem solving and decision-making.
Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with experience and meets CLA (MLS) salary guidelines.
To Apply: Email cover letter, resume and three professional references to: personnel@dudleyma.gov. Priority will be given to qualified candidates who apply by January 15, 2019. Position open until filled. The Town of Dudley is an EOE.
