Head of Adult Services - New Britain Public Library, CT

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. Will run our new makerspace area. 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 (37.5 hours per week), union position. Starting salary is $65,034 with a generous benefit program. Some evenings and weekends are required. Electronic application submission is preferred and may be found at http://nbpl.info/ under the Employment link. Email completed application and cover letter to biacampo@nbpl.info or mail completed applications to Human Resources Manager, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051.