Library Director, Dobbs Ferry Public Library, Dobbs Ferry, NY

Posted July 25, 2017

Dobbs Ferry, NY, a village of 11,000 located just 30 minutes north of NYC, seeks a Director for the Public Library. Further information about Dobbs Ferry may be found on the village website: www.dobbsferry.com.

The minimum qualifications for the Library Director I position include:

• A Master’s degree in Library Science from a library school that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the NYS Education Department as following acceptable educational practices

• A New York State Public Libraries Professional Certificate

• A minimum of 2 years of professional library experience

The Dobbs Ferry Public Library recently expanded its Board of Directors and is in the planning stages of a website and branding update as well as considering improvements to our much loved Children’s Room. We are well-positioned to create a highly collaborative, community-centered library that reflects the organizational values embodied in our mission statement.

The Library Board is seeking a Director who:

• can think strategically, who can look at the “big picture”, using data and experience to enable short-term and long-term action and decision making, using defined goals and outcomes to drive performance

• is entrepreneurial, approaching opportunities and challenges with energy and creativity, inspiring innovation in self and others

• can build a successful team of staff and volunteers, utilizing each individual’s strengths to collectively serve the community’s needs

• is a proactive communicator, is clear and concise, and can engage individuals and organizations by developing partnerships that strengthen our community

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].