Library Executive Director – Mystic and Noank Library. RECRUITMENT EXTENDED. The Mystic and Noank Library
is a 127 year old historic library located in scenic Mystic
Connecticut, a year-round shoreline destination in Southeast
Connecticut. Our library is visited close to 100,000 times a year by
community members of all ages who enjoy the robust services and programs
of a library that embraces the needs of a modern community.
We
are seeking a dynamic, energetic, experienced leader who can share our
strong commitment to quality library service. This is a Library
Executive Director who has demonstrated experience at a managerial level
and proven management ability in administration, budgeting, planning,
personnel supervision and supports the Development Director in fund
raising and community engagement. This is a leader who wears many hats.
The library has a budget of over $700,000 and a staff of 14 full and
part-time professionals. The facility is a beautiful 15,000 square foot
historic building with spacious grounds located in downtown Mystic.
This library is a non-profit (501c3) corporation that receives funding
support from the community, from endowments and from allocations from
the Towns of Groton and Stonington. This is an Association Library, not a
Municipal Library. We have a great staff, an engaged Board of Trustees
and supportive volunteers and Friends of the Library. The Executive
Director reports directly to the Board of Trustees. This is a full-time
(40+ hours/week) salaried position. Salary is commensurate with
experience.
Minimum Required Qualifications - see full job description.
A Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS), 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 by November 2, 2020.
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. The Library is committed
to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for
individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs,
and activities.
