Library Executive Director - Mystic & Noank Library. The
Library Executive Director performs professional, managerial, and
administrative work of a highly responsible nature in directing and
coordinating the activities and facilities of the Library. With
considerable independent judgment, discretion and initiative, the
Executive Director develops library collections and plans and implements
services, programs and activities to meet present and anticipated
community needs.
The Library Executive Director is responsible
for the preparation and advocacy of budget requests to the towns of
Groton and Stonington and for the preparation and administration of the
Library budget in collaboration with the Finance Committee. The
Executive Director is responsible for the hiring, training and
management of 14+ staff. The Executive Director is the primary
representative of the library within the community and fosters the
relationship with the two funding municipalities, the Towns of Groton
and Stonington. The Executive Director performs all related work, as
required, to assure the overall efficient operation of the Library and
Library facilities.
The Library Executive Director reports to and receives direction from the Board of Trustees.
Full-Time (40+hrs/week). Salary commensurate with experience.
Description of Job Responsibilities:
General Professional Activities: Attends all meetings of Board of
Trustees and Board committees. Ensures sufficient committees are in
place to assist with the operation of the Library. Develops procedures,
and work standards, to ensure smooth library operation. Champions and
implements the Strategic Plan, monitors progress toward goals and, along
with the Strategic Planning Committee, updates and modifies the plan.
Financial Management: Sets annual budget, and oversees expenditures in
collaboration with the Finance Committee, Treasurer and Board of
Trustees. Takes an active role in fund-raising and development efforts.
Prepares presents and advocates for the yearly requests for financial
support to the Towns of Groton and Stonington and attends town budget
meetings. Facilitates work of auditors and prepares materials as
requested. Working with the Finance Committee, takes an active role in
the monitoring of the endowment funds of the Library.
Management
of Staff: Recruits, selects and trains new personnel. Coordinates
continuing training and development of staff members. Monitors
performance of all personnel, conducts annual performance evaluations of
direct reports and supervises the evaluation of other employees.
Maintains work schedule for staff and assures adequate coverage during
Library hours. Works with the Board of Trustees to ensure that all
personnel guidelines are up-to-date, clearly communicated with the
staff, in compliance with all State and Federal laws and that the
guidelines are fairly and consistently applied. Responsible for
disciplining and/or dismissing employees.
Library Operations and
Services: Recommends, plans, and implements library services. Ensures
familiarity with all regulations and requirements relating to libraries.
Assesses and modifies Technology Plan to ensure maximum access for
patrons. Manages effective use of volunteer labor. Maintains awareness
of trends in library operations, services, and programming.
Management of Facilities: With the support of the Board of Trustees,
plans for long-term and short-term maintenance of the Library building
and grounds. Monitors performance of contract maintenance employees.
Oversees daily operation of the building.
Management of
Collection: Oversees collection development, selection policies and
overall collection size. Manages periodical, serials and audio-visual
collections. Manages the online database (SIRSI shared with Groton and
Waterford Libraries) and ICONN access. Manages other collection issues
as relates to the Connecticut State Library system.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in Library Science or a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit
Management or a Master’s Degree in a related field. A minimum of five
years of progressively responsible experience at a managerial level
position and demonstrated management ability in administration,
budgeting, planning, personnel supervision, fundraising and community
engagement. Understanding of finance and accounting at the level to
knowledgeably work with the Finance Committee and auditors and to
effectively prepare and manage the budget.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior professional experience in a library. Ability to be an effective
representative of the Library to the municipal funding bodies and within
the community. Knowledge of emerging technologies and their application
to libraries. Ability to plan proactively and to respond positively to
unexpected events. Reside within fifty miles of Mystic, Ct. (06355).
Benefits: Medical/Dental Insurance. Pension benefits. Paid holidays. Paid vacation and personal time.
Applications: Resumes and three references including at least two professional references should be sent to trustees@mysticnoanklibrary.org.
The Mystic and Noank Library is an affirmative action and equal
opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Mystic and Noank Library
committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable
accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its
services, programs, and activities. www.mysticnoanklibrary.org
