Library Director - Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. Reposted.
The Trustees of the Scoville Memorial Library (SML) are seeking a
Library Director. The current Director will retire on December 31, 2021
after almost 20 years of service. The Library is a vibrant community
center serving a town of nearly 4,000; it is the busiest library in
Connecticut among towns with a population of 5,000 or less. It has an
annual budget of approximately $460,000.
The job of Library
Director is a full-time, on-site position. The salary range is $70,000 -
$85,000 and is commensurate with experience.
We are looking
for a dynamic, creative leader with excellent communication and
organizational skills who is passionate about books, reading and
connecting with the community. He or she will need to wear many hats.
The Library Director: is an ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees
working closely with Board members and assisting in fund raising
efforts; is skilled at communicating with a variety of audiences;
manages the collection and oversees extensive programming; supervises a
staff of 7 full and part time employees; creates and manages the budget;
stays current on emerging technologies and their application to
libraries; is an effective representative of the Library within the
community; is in touch with the ways in which libraries are evolving to
serve their changing communities; oversees vendor relationships;
coordinates maintenance of an historic building.
Minimum Required Qualifications: Prior professional experience in a library. Meaningful experience at a managerial level.
Preferred Qualifications: A Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS), a
Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management or a Master’s Degree in a
related field.
Benefits: Medical Insurance. 403(b) retirement benefits. Paid vacation and holidays.
Latest starting date: On or about December 1, 2021
Applications: Letter of introduction, resume and a statement of your
vision of a 21st-century public library (not to exceed one page) should
be sent to Stephanie Koven, President of the Board of Trustees at stephaniekovensml@gmail.com. References will be requested during the interview process. Review of applications will begin July 15; the process will remain open until the position is filled.
The Scoville Memorial Library is an equal opportunity employer.
Located in Salisbury, CT, SML traces its origin to 1771 and is the
first library in the U.S. to have received public tax dollars. The
current Library building was built in 1894 and is listed in the National
Register of Historic Places. Subsequent interior and exterior
renovations have modernized the Library and maintained it in excellent
repair. SML is a non-profit, Association library which receives its
funding from community fund-raising, the town and its endowment. It has a
committed, engaged Board of Trustees and active Friends of the Library.
In addition to its collection the Library provides a full and varied
calendar of programs for adults and children. More information can be
found at the Library’s website: scovillelibrary.org.
The town of Salisbury, CT was incorporated in 1741 and is the
northwestern most town in the state. Set at the foot of the Taconic
Range, Salisbury combines abundant natural beauty with many cultural
attractions. A strong second home market, Salisbury has maintained its
rural character while being only two hours north of New York City.
