Director of Libraries, Dartmouth Libraries, Dartmouth, MA

Posted February 8, 2023

Description:

This position preforms highly responsible work requiring frequent exercise of leadership, independent judgement, and initiative in planning and overseeing the administration of the libraries and in the development and delivery of library services to meet individual community and regional needs. The Library Director oversees and supervises the daily operation of the public library, and all aspects of administration including personnel, budget, purchasing and programing. Additionally, the Library Director develops and implements policies; analyzes library service needs and library resources, recommends plans, programs and budgets to the Boards of Trustees, prepares related reports and statistics, recruits, selects, and supervises professional, para-professional, clerical and library custodial personnel; represents the interests of the Board to the Town, the State, and other organizations; plans and carries out public relations activities; confers with library users on matters involving interpretation of rules, suggestions, complains and questions; prepares various grant proposals; and keeps current with professional concerns in the areas of management, technology, ect.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school; seven years of experience in library administration, at least three of which involved supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

To Apply:

Submit application, resume, and cover letter to [email protected]

Full description and application can be found on the Town of Dartmouth website under Employment Opportunities.