Librarian, Music, Art and Media (MAM) Department, Nashua Public Library, Nashua NH

Posted June 3, 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 of experience in a public library. Supervisory experience is required. The applicant must have demonstrated aptitude for serving a diverse public in a fast-paced environment and be willing to lead by example. The applicant must have experience with library automation systems, be proficient in the use of common office software and possess good oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of music and/or fine arts is preferred; experience in collection development and materials selection is 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 JUNE 20, 2014

 

Jennifer Hinderer

Library Director

 

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