Library Director, Russell Memorial Library, Acushnet, MA

Posted December 8, 2014

Duties/Description:

The Acushnet Board of Library Trustees seeks a creative, energetic leader with strong public service orientation for our busy small library. Library operations will relocate later this year to a larger facility currently being renovated into a more modern, accessible library designed to better meet the needs of this community for the coming decades.

This library boasts a Board of Trustees committed to excellence in public service, a capable and dedicated staff, a stable budget, and excellent working relationships with town boards and committees, and the Friends group.

The Director is responsible for all phases of day-to-day library operations; supervises a part-time staff of 7; works closely with the Board of Trustees to set goals and policies; develops and administers the budget; develops and implements long-range plan; plans and markets library collections, programs and services for all ages; communicates library needs and objectives to the public and Town Boards; and keeps current with library trends and developments.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as be an articulate, approachable and high energy person who is not fazed by handling many projects and deadlines simultaneously. Must possess strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, and must be able to work cooperatively in a team-centered environment.

The ideal candidate will have the skills to ensure services align with the library’s mission, vision, values, and strategic goals, and possess an understanding of collection development, marketing, outreach, and quality public service. He or she will also possess excellent technology and computer skills, and some social media knowledge. Experience with library renovations and moving collections a plus. Municipal library experience is highly desirable.

Requires MLS degree from an ALA accredited graduate program and Professional Certificate from the MBLC, with 3-5 years of professional library experience, preferably in a public library, and at least 2 years of supervisory experience. Occasional Saturday and evening hours may be required.

Salary: $55,000. Health benefits.

Deadline: Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found, or by February 28, 2015.

Application Instructions: Please submit letter of interest, resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references to Search Committee via email at [email protected]. All applicants must complete a town employment application. Successful candidate must clear a CORI check. The Town of Acushnet is an EEO/AA Employer.