Librarian III, Newburgh Free Library, Newburgh, NY
Posted December 6, 2022
Description:
Join the team of a dynamic, diverse and growing city library in the Hudson Valley of New York. This position requires four years of professional library administrative/supervisorial experience. This Head Librarian position for the Central Library of the Ramapo Catskill Library System, will provide direct and/or indirect supervision of all librarian/FT library assistant staff and substitute librarians, conduct monthly librarian meetings, and oversee the Central Library Services Aid budget and purchasing for the Adult Services print and data base collections. The Head Librarian also provides regular reporting, monitoring, budgeting and collection management evaluation and advisement to their direct supervisor, the Assistant Library Director.
This position requires management of operations for Adult reference and public service areas and is the key staffer overseeing the Central Library Services Aid, working with the Assistant Director and Library Director in collaboration with RCLS, to implement the directives and objectives of the Central Library Plan of Service and the NFL Strategic Plan.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of strong leadership, effective and inspirational staff management and training, conflict resolution, a strong work ethic, and the interest and ability to develop and manage the details of protocols, policies, budgeting and reporting.
The Head Librarian is a member of the NFL Management Team and represents the library on various RCLS committees.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Librarianship from a library school that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the NYS Education Department as following accepted education practices and four years of professional library experience subsequent to receiving MLS.
How to Apply:
This position closes Wednesday December 14, 2022. To apply, go to newburghschools.org, click on the Departments tab and select Human Resources and Employment Department. Find the job posting under Support Staff Positions and click on the posting. You must respond via the OLAS website – olasjobs.org – by creating an account first and then apply.