Friday, January 11, 2019

Manager of Borrowing and Discovery (Circulation and Technical Services) - Russell Library, Middletown

Manager of Borrowing and Discovery (Circulation and Technical Services) - Russell Library, Middletown. The Russell Library in Middletown, CT seeks a highly-motivated, customer experience-driven manager to lead our Borrowing and Discovery Department consisting of 24 full- and part-time staff.
     Located in the heart of Connecticut, Middletown (pop. 46,478) boasts world-class educational institutions, a thriving economy, a diverse population, and a vibrant downtown with a fantastic restaurant scene and beautiful views of the Connecticut River. Middletown is an eclectic mix of urban, suburban and even rural/agricultural -- there is something for everyone, all within just 42 square miles.
     Founded in 1875, the Russell Library has been the soul of our community for nearly a century and a half. Our library, like our city, is a mix of past and present -- with a hefty dose of dreams for the future. By joining our team, you will help to make those dreams a reality. Our community needs and deserves a forward-thinking, world-class public library. To make that happen, we need YOU as the next leader of our biggest and busiest department. If you thrive on managing change, team-building, strengthening communities, quality assurance, and serving as a role model for world-class customer service, apply today.
     Minimum requirements include a Master’s Degree in Library Science and three years of progressively responsible experience in library work, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional experience in hospitality, retail or other customer experience-oriented fields is desirable, as is fluency in Spanish. A Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s license is highly desirable. 35 hours per week. Evening and weekend hours required.
     Starting salary: $67,485, plus a competitive employee benefits package.
     Job description available at www.russelllibrary.org.
     Please email resume and cover letter to Brandie Doyle, Assistant Director for Administrative Services, bdoyle@russelllibrary.org. Deadline: Friday, February 8, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.
     Russell Library is an equal opportunity employer. Russell Library prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Russell Library conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.