Librarian (Supervisor), Nashua Public Library, Nashua NH

Posted March 24, 2014

POSITION:                           LIBRARIAN (SUPERVISOR)

DEPARTMENT:                  MUSIC / ART / MEDIA DEPARTMENT 

HOURS WORKED:             40 HRS/WK INCLUDES EVENINGS & WEEKENDS

AFFILIATION:                    AFT LOCAL #4831 

STARTING SALARY:        $40,839 – $54,346 depending on education / experience

                                                 Job Grade 8, excellent benefits offered

 

PRIMARY DUTIES

This full-time (40 hour) position in a public library will include some evening and weekend hours. The person in this position manages all aspects of the Music, Art and Media (MAM) department including: budgeting, collection development, supervising a staff of 7, and developing departmental policies and procedures. This person also manages MAM physical space and furnishings, and works with security staff to enforce the code of conduct. Other duties include telephone, walk-in, and computer-based patron assistance at the MAM circulation desk. This person will participate in the library’s online presence including contributing to the blog, social media outlets and other web-based technologies. A complete job description is available through the city’s Human Resources office.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS 

ALA accredited M.L.S. degree and 5 years experience in a library. Supervisory experience is required. Applicant must have excellent communication skills, demonstrated aptitude for supervising staff and serving the public, and be willing to lead by example. Applicant must have experience with library automation systems and be proficient in the use of common office software. The ability to work with a diverse public in a fast-paced environment is a must. Applicant must be well organized and possess good oral and written communication skills. Applicant must be able to handle situations with tact, courtesy, and good judgment.  Knowledge of music and/or fine arts is preferred but not required.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit applications/resume, list of three professional references and cover letter at:

 

http://applitrack.com/nashua/onlineapp/

 

APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED ONLINE BY 5PM ON FRIDAY APRIL 11, 2014

 

Jennifer Hinderer

Library Director