The New Haven Free Public Library (NHFPL) seeks a City Librarian to lead this forward-thinking and popular institution. Applications due April 2, 2023. The Ciity Librarian will need to be a talented administrator, an effective communicator, an inclusive leader, and a respected community builder.
The next City Librarian will be expected to:
- Advocate for increased funding from public and private sectors to expand service hours, enhance Library collections and technology, and align staff pay with local and state peers.
- Foster a workplace culture that embodies and values equity, diversity, and inclusion, reflective of the City the Library serves.
- Evaluate the Library’s performance through the lens of the Strategic Framework 2018-2023 and implement a Board-approved process to create the Library’s next strategic plan.
- Develop a Facilities Master Plan that addresses infrastructure, maintenance, and security needs.
- Identify key technology needs and develop a plan to meet those needs.
- Create and implement a robust human resources plan that addresses recruitment, education, training, coaching, and retention of talented staff.
- Champion a culture of intellectual freedom, reading, lifelong learning, and 21st century literacies.
Salary: $145,000, subject to approval by the City’s Legislative body, the Board of Alders. A comprehensive benefits package will also be provided.
Learn more about New Haven, NHFPL, and how to apply by consulting the recruitment brochure, available HERE.
Inquiries are welcome and should be directed to either of the consultants assisting with the recruitment process:
Sari Feldman at sarifeldman29@gmail.com or June Garcia at June@JuneGarcia.com.
