Head of Adult Services - New Britain Public Library

Head of Adult Services - New Britain Public Library. The Head of Adult Services, Librarian III, is responsible for the total management and operation of all aspects of the largest library department and its integration into the overall operations of the library. Manages all aspects of collection development and ordering of adult materials. Develops, documents, and implements long and short-term goals for the department. Leads staff in providing services which meet the community’s needs. Will guide the staff in special projects of community interest. Serves on the Director’s Management Team to plan and coordinate library wide projects and services. Represents the Library in the community. Requirements: MLS from ALA accredited school of library/information science; excellent communications skills, five years progressively more responsible relevant experience, at least three years of supervising staff. Must have the ability to make independent judgments, and to counsel and mentor others. Comprehensive knowledge of adult collections and services. Proficiency in current and emerging technologies. Knowledge of Sierra ILS a plus. Strong commitment to excellent public service required. This is a full-time, union position (37.5 hours per week). Starting salary is $65,034.69 with full benefits. Some evenings and weekends required. Send a cover letter, resume and three references to Pat Rutkowski, Library Director, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051 at prutkowski@nbpl.info.