Library Director - Rowayton Library. The
Board of Trustees of the Rowayton Library seeks an enthusiastic and
energetic community minded leader to serve as its new Library Director.
The successful candidate will bring a dynamic vision to our small, much
loved association library located in the heart of the Rowayton village,
in the city of Norwalk.
Responsibilities: Manages library staff and all library operations;
Plans, organizes and conducts adult and children programs with input
from staff; Oversees collection development and library technology;
Advocates to and collaborates with community members and local
organizations about library offerings; Works with the Board of Trustees
on fundraising initiatives including events and an Annual Fund;
Maintains financial systems and administrative processes; Presents
monthly reports about library activities at Board of Trustees meetings;
Develops good relationships with Sixth Taxing District representatives
and library vendors; Implements current library policies and recommends
changes when needed.
Desired Qualifications: Masters degree in Library Science or
Information Science; At least three years work experience in a public
library with supervisory duties; Skills in public speaking, small and
large group facilitation, and active listening; Digital marketing for
libraries including e-newsletters; Experience working with Bibliomation,
InterLibrary loan, Constant Contact, and social media channels.
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Health and
vacation benefits as well as a flexible schedule that will include some
weekend and evening hours. Ability to lift cartons weighing up to 10 lbs
and move heavily-laden library carts.
Position open until July 1. Please send a cover letter and resume to rldirectorsearch@gmail.com
for immediate consideration. The Rowayton Library is an equal
opportunity employer. To learn more about the library, please check out
our website, rowayton.org.
