Interim Library Director, Rogers Free Library, Bristol, RI
Posted February 3, 2020
The Rogers Free Library is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Interim Library Director.
This is a professional, administrative position responsible for a broad range of public library functions. The work involves the responsibility for the provision of library services to patrons and community organizations. Duties include policy recommendations, departmental planning, and direction and administration of library activities. The work requires that the employee have thorough knowledge, skill and ability in every phase of the public library field.
Direction is received from the Rogers Free Library Board of Trustees, and working closely with the Trustees, the Library Director monitors library services, develops and manages the budget, oversees the creation of public relations materials, supervises staff and volunteers, oversees the physical plant, and stays informed of developments in library management. The Library Director serves as an ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees to ensure a consistent flow of communications.
This is a 35 hour per week position that provides a bi-weekly salary of $2500 and an attractive non-union benefits package.
This is a full time, temporary position while the current Library Director is on a medical leave. For that reason, applicants must demonstrate the ability to meet the comprehensive demands of the job. Should this position become permanent, all applicants will be considered.
The position is available immediately.
Examples of Work:
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Acts as executive officer, manager, and supervisor at the library and ensures public access to it through the establishment of reasonable hours of service (including evenings, Saturdays, and limited Sunday hours as approved and funded by the Town of Bristol) by a trained and competent staff.
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Responsible for all ongoing services (e.g. reference and information, services to children, youth and adults, as well as services to special needs users within the library and to those in the wider community).
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Oversees, monitors, and is responsible for making difficult technical decisions within the library and participates in the selection/incorporation of same as technology evolves.
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Drafts and recommends policy to the Library Board of Trustees and plans for the implementation of public library goals and objectives.
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Prepares and submits the annual operating budget to the Bristol Town Administrator with the advice and consent of the Rogers Free Library Board; prepares and submits a capital budget as necessary. Administers the adopted budget.
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Attends Rogers Free Library Board of Trustees meetings and regularly updates the Board about library operations.
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Hires, supervises and evaluates all Rogers Free Library personnel and dismisses when necessary.
Required Qualifications
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Master of Library Science (MLIS) degree from an American Library Association certified institution of graduate studies is required.
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Three to five years of experience in public library management is preferred.
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Considerable knowledge of administrative procedures especially regarding their application to library operations.
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Considerable knowledge of budgeting and program principles.
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Demonstrated ability (a minimum of one year’s experience) to plan, direct, and supervise the work of others; knowledge of group dynamics and personnel principles.
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Criminal Background check is required.
A complete position description can be found here.
To Apply:
Interested parties can submit an application by mail to the TRUSTEES OF THE ROGERS FREE LIBRARY 525 Hope Street, Bristol, RI c/o Assistant Director, Jackie O’Brien or via email to [email protected].
Applications should include a cover letter, resume/CV, and a minimum of three (3) references. The application deadline is Friday, February 21, 2020 at 5:00 PM.
The Town of Bristol’s Rogers Free Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.