Director, Provincetown Public Library, Provincetown MA
Posted May 9, 2014
On the tip of Cape Cod, the beautiful town of Provincetown, Massachusetts is seeking a dynamic and outgoing individual for the position of Director of the Provincetown Public Library. Provincetown is a diverse, historic, and cultural arts community and a popular summer resort destination. Hence, the population ranges from approximately 3,000 in the winter months to upwards of 40,000 at the height of summer.
The Library is housed in a recently renovated 1860 National Historic Property and is part museum and cultural institution, charged with maintaining important historical collections including the 66-foot half-scale model of a Grand Banks fishing schooner.
The Trustees are looking for an energetic and experienced leader to become an integral part of the community. This involves overseeing traditional library services, supervising a staff of ten (4.59 FTE), providing fiscal management, programming, fundraising, and facilities management. It will also encompass more visionary responsibilities, such as developing a Web 2.0 digital environment, providing innovative programs to a diverse community, developing relationships with Town officials with an eye toward collaborative ventures, showcasing a significant art collection, preserving local oral histories, and generally moving into a future in which the Library is at the forefront of community service to our residents, second homeowners, and visitors regardless of where they are currently residing.
Required qualifications: Masters Degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program, six years of experience in library administration and supervision, excellent writing and oral communications skills, and a commitment to creative acquisition of new technologies.
Salary dependent upon qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits package.
Applications may be obtained at www.provincetown-ma.gov (click on Employment). Completed applications, resume, and three references should be submitted to the Office of the Town Manager, c/o Town Hall, 260 Commercial St., Provincetown, MA 02657 (508-487-7002). Applications are due by 4:00 pm on Tuesday, June 3, 2014.
The Town of Provincetown is an equal opportunity employer.