Library Director - The
Mark Twain Library in Redding, Connecticut is seeking a visionary
Library Director to carry on the legacy of its illustrious founder,
Samuel L. Clemens, who began the library with his own books in 1908.
Since then, the library’s space has quadrupled, its holdings now include
nearly 70,000 items, and it is clearly viewed as the hub of this
Fairfield County community. Located less than 90 minutes from New York
City and dubbed “the Vermont of Connecticut,” Redding is a sophisticated
town of approximately 9,300 residents committed to excellence in
education, preserving open space, and appreciating its notable history.
Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees and working closely with
various committees, the Library Director is responsible for overall
management of the Library’s 16 full- and part-time employees, its
services, and its facility to ensure that it effectively meets the
cultural, informational, and social needs of the community. In addition,
the Library Director develops and implements Library operational
policies, builds and is responsible for the nearly $1MM annual budget,
and leads and supports development and fundraising initiatives. The
Library Director should be a leader in both current and future services
and trends.
The Mark Twain Library is a non-profit, Association
library providing free public library services to the Town of Redding.
Roughly 60% of its operating budget is funded by an annual grant from
the Town of Redding; the remaining 40% is raised by volunteers led by a
Board of Trustees. The position requires that the Library Director have
ability in managing an Association library, and -- as the face and voice
of the Mark Twain Library – cultivate its identity with-in the
community.
Requirements: Minimum 5 years of experience in a
leadership role at a library or similar setting; demonstrated experience
in management, budgeting, planning, and personnel supervision; Master’s
degree in Library Science (MLS), nonprofit management or a related
field (preferred); demonstrated experience in fundraising/development;
experience reporting to a governing board. Salary including benefits
will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
For complete Job Description and application visit marktwainlibrary.org/library-director-search/. All questions/ inquiries are welcome via e-mail: search@marktwainlibrary.org. Apply by February 1, 2021.
