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Library Director, Cheshire Public Library, Cheshire, MA

Posted April 21, 2020

The Cheshire Library, a small, friendly town library, is searching for a new director.

Responsibilities

  • Circulation- checking materials in and out, using Evergreen, shelving materials, placing/retrieving/processing holds and Interlibrary Loan, assisting patrons, registering new patrons and reaching out to find new patrons.
  • Technology- strong technology skills to assist patrons with all technology available for their use (computers and WIFI,) help with use of the online catalog, ebooks, ILL etc. and use of CWMARS, Overdrive and Data Dashboard.  Maintaining and updating Library website, Facebook page and other social media. Purchasing new computers and computer-related materials.
  • Answering the phone, responding to the needs of callers and helping patrons find desired materials.
  • Fostering a warm and welcoming environment.
  • Budgeting, selecting, ordering and cataloging materials.
  • Planning, organizing, promoting and overseeing programs that highlight relevant, interesting, interactive activities for adults, teenagers and/or children.
  • Attending continuing education workshops and other opportunities to enhance library skills.
  • Planning and conducting preschool story hour.
  • Planning and conducting summer reading program.
  • Overseeing STEAM materials and center.
  • Preparing and presenting the Director’s Report to Trustees at Trustees’ Meeting.

Skills Desired Include

  • Self-starter and independent worker.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Creative thinking, listening, and problem solving.
  • Good computer skills.
  • Willingness to learn.

Qualifications

BS or BA or ALA accredited MLS or MLIS.  If no ALA accreditation, State Certification of Librarianship from Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners or willingness to obtain State Certification of Librarianship from Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.  

  • Full/Part Time: Part Time
  • Education: BA/BS
  • Salary: Determined by education and experience.
  • Closing Date: May 18, 2020

How to Apply

Please send resume, cover letter and three references to:

Mary Ellen Baker
President of Cheshire Library Association Trustees
408 Outlook Ave.
Cheshire, MA 01225

Or email to:  [email protected]

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