Full Time, Non-Union – Salary Exempt
Supervisor – Library Board of Trustees/First Selectman*
Salary: $95,000 – $100,000
Closing Date: Open Until Position is Filled
General Statement of Duties: The Library Director manages the day-to-day operations of the Library including its programs, services and personnel in line with Library Board and Town policies and procedures. The Director also provides leadership for improving library services to the community.
Library Board of Trustees Requirements: Assists the chair in the development of meeting agendas and provides informational material and reports including monthly and annual director’s reports and financial reports. Alerts the Board to potential problems and offers recommendations to address them. Recommends and assists with policy and procedure development. Works effectively with Board committees, Town offices and community organizations. Attends regular monthly night meetings of the Board and other meetings as scheduled.
Library Services, Material and Programs: Monitors the selection of library materials, events and programs to ensure they meet the changing needs and interests of a diverse community. Sets standards for customer service and ensures their successful implementations.
Personnel Management: Provides clear
descriptions of staff positions, responsibilities and assignments.
Supervises and coordinates the work of the library staff and approves
vacation and time off requests. Conducts regularly scheduled staff
meetings and also informs through written means. Provides opportunities
for staff development. Establishes staff performance standards and
evaluates staff on a regular basis and as needed.
*The Director will
report to the First Selectman and/or HR Director on a day-to-day basis,
as needed, with respect to personnel matters, time/payroll concerns and
Library facilities.
Financial Operations: Prepares the annual
operating and capital budget for Board approval and presents the budget
to the Board of Selectmen and Board of Finance. Directs and monitors the
expenditure of all funds to ensure compliance with budget and policies.
Approves all payroll records and invoices for payment, in accordance
with town protocols. Develops financial reports for Board, Town and
State. Alerts the Board to potential grant opportunities.
Physical Plant and Grounds Maintenance: Monitors facility and grounds and alerts the Board and Town of concerns.
Public Relations: Advocates for and
promotes the library’s services and needs to the community through
various ways. Manages internal and external communication of the library
including correspondence, newsletters, interviews and presentations.
Provides leadership, direction and advice for major library development
projects, including construction of or renovations to facilities.
Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrates a commitment to the
mission, vision, values and goals and objectives of the Library.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Works
effectively with the Board of Trustees, staff, town officials, community
groups, state agencies and the general public. Maintains composure and
effectiveness in stressful situations. Is able to multitask and delegate
assignments effectively. Is computer literate and able to use various
programs, including Windows operating system and Microsoft Office
software.
Required Experience: Holds an MLS from an ALA accredited college or university. Is knowledgeable of the principles and practices of public library administration. Has a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in library administration, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory capacity. Holds a current driver’s license, insurance and access to a vehicle to attend off-site meetings.
The above duties and attributes are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities of the job, but to highlight the critical duties to be performed and skills to demonstrate.
Physical Demands: The following
are representative of the demands that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essentials of the job. Reasonable accommodation
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Sit for extended periods of time to view and
operate computer equipment. Stand for extended periods of time and
frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop or kneel. Reach with hands and
arms and occasionally life and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
Demonstrate specific vision abilities including vision, distance vision,
and ability to focus. Demonstrate hearing at correctable our normal
ranges.
Apply to Recruiter/Contact: Fern Smenyak, Director of Human Resources; Email: fsmenyak@brookfieldct.gov; Fax: 203-775-4068.
