Library Director, Palmer Public Library, Palmer, MA

Posted August 13, 2018

Posting for Library Director, Palmer Public Library

Library Director- Palmer (MA) Public Library. Creative, energetic leader with strong public service orientation needed to direct all phases of operations in a busy vibrant library, 30,000 square feet on 3 floors; experienced staff, mostly unionized, of 13 FT and PT personnel; serving a town of 12,000 people centrally located in the scenic Quaboag Valley; annual circulation of 137,492 in FY 17 (11.29 per capita); member of C/WMARS network using Evergreen open source software. 

Knowledge of administrative practices, budget management, and library technology, plus ability to work well with public officials and community organizations.

MLS degree from an ALA accredited program, plus 5 years minimum experience in a leadership position. 

Competitive salary and benefits. 

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

For a full job description or to apply, email cover letter, resume, and names of three professional references to: [email protected]

Palmer (MA) Public Library web site: www.palmer.lib.ma.us