Library Director - Kent Memorial Library, Suffield
End Date: February 10, 2022
The Town of Suffield is a quintessential New England town with a
longstanding pledge to preserving its historic architecture and
agricultural roots. The many people who serve Suffield through town
government - as employees and volunteers alike - remain
committed to developing and fostering a strong sense of community
among its residents.
The Town of Suffield is seeking a dynamic
Library Director for our Kent Memorial Library. The position performs a
variety of complex
administrative, supervisory and professional work in the general
oversight of Town of Suffield library employees, resources, budget and
facilities. Responsible for the management of the public library
collection and the provision of library services
to patrons and community organizations. Serves the residents of
Suffield in a positive, customer-oriented atmosphere that helps promote a
welcoming, professional image for Town government.
Supervision Received: Receives general direction from the Kent Memorial Library Commission and First Selectman.
Supervision Exercised: Supervises all library employees and volunteers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1.
Plans, supervises and evaluates the operation and activities of Town
of Suffield library under policies and goals established by the Kent
Memorial Library Commission, First Selectman and Board of Selectmen. 2.
Develops, administers and evaluates library
programs such as circulation, reference, reader’s advisory services,
children’s services, community services, public information and all
other programs supporting modern library practices. 3. Directs the
development and maintenance of a public library
collection of varied media; evaluates collection for balance and
comprehensiveness; schedules withdrawals and inventory of materials. 4.
Assures quality patron service, staffing, library programs and services,
community relations, optimum access to
the library collection, and updating of the collection. 5. Ensures
compliance with internal controls for collection of all library fees. 6.
Directs, advocates for and oversees the use of technology best
practices for modern library operations. 7.
Supervises, trains and monitors the performance of library employees
and volunteers. 8. In collaboration with the Town’s Human Resources
Department, hires and administers personnel rules and regulations in
accordance with collective bargaining agreement.
9. In collaboration with the Town’s Public Works Department manages
the cleanliness and maintenance of the library facilities and grounds.
10. Identifies and pursues funding and other resources in compliance
with the Town’s grant approval policies;
prepares and recommends grant proposals; ensures compliance with
grant requirements; assists in the preparation, review and
administration of vendor contracts and agreements. 11. Develops policies
and procedures as necessary to ensure efficient management
of library operations and implements directives from the Kent
Memorial Library Commission and First Selectman. 12. Communicates
effectively with library employees, community stakeholders, Kent
Memorial Library Commission, supporting nonprofits and
Town officials. 13. Attends Kent Memorial Library Commission
meetings and provides monthly updates on activities, budget (including
status of any grant), and operations. 14. Acts as liaison on fundraising
campaigns with nonprofit organizations supporting
Kent Memorial Library. 15. Researches, analyzes and reports on
community needs with respect to library resources and facilities. 16.
Collaborates with town agencies to enhance the library’s ongoing
commitment to cultural competency and diversity programming.
17. Prepares and presents a proposed annual Library budget; directs
the implementation of and monitors adherence with the adopted budget;
directs and performs financial and managerial analyses of operations and
presents findings to applicable boards
and commissions. 18. Confers and coordinates with State agencies,
other public libraries, corporations, community and civic groups on the
use of library facilities and the development of library programs;
assists in facilitating interlibrary programming.
19. Directs the development and maintenance of systems, records, and
documents that provide for the proper evaluation, control, and
documentation of library activities and resources. 20. Represents Town
at various meetings; serves as liaison to various
government and community organizations. 21. Attends seminars and
conferences to remain current on developments in modern library
practices. 22. Maintains positive working relationships with local
government officials, school officials, community and
the public regarding program offerings and coordination of services;
promptly and cordially, responds to inquiries and complaints pertaining
to services and facilities.
Other Job Functions: 1. Perform
other related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education & Experience: 1. Master’s degree in Library Science from
an accredited college or university. 2. Five (5) years of increasing
responsible
experience in library administration, including a minimum of three
(3) years supervisory experience. 3. Suitable experience may be
substituted for education attainment if deemed appropriate by the
Library Commission and First Selectman.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 1. Knowledge of
principles and practices of public library functions. 2. Knowledge of
current trends and developments in the field of leadership management,
public administration, grants and foundations.
3. Skill in financial management and administering budgets. 4. Skill
in the use of computers, including Microsoft suites, library related
software and technology infrastructure necessary to operate a modern
library. 5. Ability to work independently,
be flexible and adapt to a fast-paced work environment. 6. Ability
to work cooperatively with patrons of all ages, volunteers, community
partners, colleagues, supervisors and boards. 7. Ability to plan, direct
and evaluate work of library programs.
8. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with employees, local government officials, school officials, community
and civic groups, corporations and the public. 9. Ability to compose
clear and correct written correspondence
and reports; ability to effectively present information verbally and
respond to questions from employees, government officials, community
and civic groups, patrons and the general public. 10. Ability to read,
analyze and interpret general business
periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and
government regulations.
Additional Eligibility Requirements: 1. Valid motor vehicle operator’s license preferred.
Tools and Equipment Used: This job operates in a
professional office environment with occasional related fieldwork. This
role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones,
photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax
machines.
Physical Demands: The physical demands are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the essential functions of this
job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk; use hands
and fingers, handle or
operate objects, controls or standard office equipment, reach with
hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and
occasionally lift and/or move objects up
to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job
include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: This
position operates in public and nonpublic areas. The work areas may
contain book dust, molds, mildew and insects. This role routinely uses
standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers,
filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise
level in the work environment is usually quiet to noisy in the
Library.
General Guidelines: The duties listed
above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work
that may be performed.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them
from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical
assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an
employment agreement between the employer and
employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of
the employer and requirements of the job change.
Other Duties: Please
note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of functions, activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Functions, duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any
time with or without notice.
Travel: Travel is primarily local during the
business day, although some out of the area travel and overnight may be
expected for conferences and seminars.
EEOC Statement:
It is the policy
of the Town of Suffield to provide equal employment opportunity to
all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship
status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or
expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard
to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Town of
Suffield will provide reasonable accommodations
that do not present an undue hardship for qualified individuals with
disabilities.
Hours: This position is at will.
This is a full time forty (40) hours per week position.
This position occasionally requires long hours beyond those
scheduled hours, including monthly evening commission meetings, evening
work and weekend work as job duties demand.
Compensation and Benefits:
$60,000 - $65,825 annual salary commensurate with experience,
benefits package to include: 13 Paid Holidays per Year • Paid Sick and
Vacation Days • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • Defined
Contribution Plan with Town Match • Short-Term Disability,
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
How to Apply: Applications can be found on the town web page at www.suffieldct.gov
under town departments/Human
Resources. Submit application along with resume by closing date of
posting. Mail or email application and resume to: Town of Suffield,
Attention: Shannon Jendrysik, Human Resources Department, 83 Mountain
Rd, Suffield, CT 06078 sjendrysik@suffieldct.gov
The Town of Suffield is an equal opportunity employer m/f/d/v.
The above posting is intended as a guide and is not a complete description of the position or process.
