The
Town of Southbury is hiring a full-time Head Librarian to manage the
Southbury Public Library. The position is 35 hours/week and offers a
comprehensive benefits package. Salary range is $85,000-$90,000/year.
This position is responsible for management of staff, volunteers and
library operations, development and administration of programs,
development and management of the Library budget, supervision of
building maintenance and inventory and administration of policies and
procedures.
Responsibilities: Prepares monthly
informational and financial reports for the Library Board and First
Selectman. Meets monthly with the Library Board to review and advise on
Library operations and policies. Prepares the annual budget, accounts
for expenditures of library funds in accordance with budget
appropriations, purchases new equipment, books and furnishings.
Initiates and implements cataloging, classification and circulation
procedures. Oversees use of the library by outside groups and the
library volunteer program; recruits, interviews and places volunteers in
the most appropriate job and provides initial orientation. Initiates,
develops and manages library programming and public relations and
outreach. Manages performance of staff, responsible for administration
of library policies and procedures and maintaining adequate staffing
levels. Keeps informed of literature and programming developments in the
library field to maintain a current collection and relevant community
programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public library
operations. Effective leadership skills and ability to supervise and
administer the activities of the library. Experience with short and
long-term planning and development of programming to meet the needs of
the community. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships
with supervisors, staff, board members and the general public.
Knowledge of computer technology and software such as Microsoft Office
and library specific programs.
Required Qualifications:
Master degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or
university. Three (3) to four (4) years of progressively responsible
library administration experience including at least one to two years in
a supervisory capacity. An equivalent combination of education and
experience may be considered.
Please submit application and resume to cmorris@southbury-ct.gov. Applications can be obtained at southbury-ct.org/employment. Deadline for receiving applications is October 18, 2022.
