The
Kent Memorial Library Commission and the Town of Suffield are seeking a
dynamic and motivated Library Director for our newly renovated town
Library. The library has a broad and enthusiastic base of community
support and a talented and professional staff that continually offers
new and varied programming for our library patrons. Community
involvement includes extensive support of seasonal reading programs for
children and adults; museum passes, special programs, and many other
community-organized and funded activities. The many people who serve
both the Town of Suffield and the Library, employees, and volunteers
alike, are committed to developing and fostering a strong sense of
community among its residents.
Although we are located midway
between the Boston and New York City metropolitan areas, the Town of
Suffield remains a quintessential New England town with a longstanding
pledge to preserving its historic architecture and agricultural roots.
Literally, dozens of working farms, spread out over our 42 square miles,
provide locally produced farm products year-round. Our town is bordered
by the Connecticut River to the east, Massachusetts to the north, and
Bradley International Airport to the south, with Interstate access,
regional Amtrak, and light rail routes nearby.
General Summary:
The Library Director performs a variety of complex administrative,
supervisory, and professional functions in the general oversight of the
Kent Memorial Library employees, resources, budget, and facilities. They
are responsible for the management of the public library collection and
the provision of library services to patrons and community
organizations. They are expected to provide the residents of Suffield a
positive, customer-oriented atmosphere that helps promote a welcoming,
professional image for the library and our Town government.
Qualifications: Education
& Experience: 1. Master’s degree in Library Science from an
ALA-accredited college or university. 2. Five (5) years of increasing
responsibilities in library administration, including a minimum of three
(3) years of supervisory experience. 3. Extensive experience may be
substituted for education attainment if deemed appropriate by the
Library Commission and First Selectman.
Knowledge, Skills, and Expectations:
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. Expected to work independently, be flexible, and adapt to a
fast-paced work environment. 6. Expected to work cooperatively with
patrons of all ages, volunteers, community partners, colleagues,
supervisors, and boards. 7. Expected to plan, direct, and evaluate the
work of library programs. 8. Expected to establish and maintain
effective working relationships with employees, local government
officials, school officials, community and civic groups, corporations,
and the public. 9. Expected 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.
Expected to analyze and interpret general business periodicals,
professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
Hours:
This position is at will. This is a full-time forty (40) hours per week
position. This position will occasionally require longer hours beyond
those scheduled hours, including monthly evening commission meetings,
evening work, and weekend work as job duties demand.
Compensation and Benefits:
$70,000 - $85,000 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: The complete Job Description and application form can be found on the town web page at www.suffieldct.gov
under town departments/Human Resources. Submit an application along
with a resume by mail or email application to the 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.
