Salary: $86,246.00 - $111,287.00 Annually
General Statement of Duties:
Oversees assigned areas of professional library operations and
programming. Reports to a Library Manager. Note: Some evening and
weekend/alternate hours required.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Library Science or Information Science from an
American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university.
Four (4) years post master’s experience in professional library work. A
minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory capacity or demonstrated
experience overseeing a project from inception to completion. Experience
with Innovative Interfaces Sierra, BiblioCommons and fluency in a
second language (Japanese or Spanish) preferred. Incumbent will be
required to complete an additional supervisory training course within
one year of hire. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of current and
emerging technology applications, integrated library system (ILS)
collection management tools, e-readers, tablets, smart phones,
electronic information systems, social media applications and other
downloadable library content. Proven ability to instruct patrons in the
use of technology to access the catalog, databases, and online library
services (downloadable library). Demonstrated ability to provide
leadership and supervision in a flexible team environment. Demonstrated
project management and organizational skills. Proven ability to deal
tactfully, courteously and positively with diverse constituencies and
establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and
external groups. Must be able to bend and reach and lift up to 25
pounds; ability to push library carts holding up to 100 pounds in
materials.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinates the work of the team, which evaluates and recommends
digital, electronic and print products in order to ensure a balanced and
appropriate collection; maintains collections and patron access;
determines which collections should be promoted. Provides excellent
customer service, assisting patrons with the use of library materials
and equipment to find the information they need. Works with special
groups in the community to target and deliver library services.
Participates in developing and implementing library programs. Negotiates
and facilitates contracts with vendors and oversees the delivery of
services. Prepares budget requests for materials and programming; works
with team to establish priorities for allocating budgeted funds and
ensures expenditures remain within budget. Provides coverage for the
essential responsibilities of the supervising manager during their
absence. Keeps current with professional publications, participates in
professional dialogues, and regularly updates self-knowledge of
information resources and library-related technology developments.
Supports Town policies and philosophies. Performs related work as
required.
For the full job posting and to apply, visit THIS LINK. Closing: 9/22/2022
4:00 PM Eastern.
