Library Associate Director, Kent Memorial Library, Suffield, CT

Posted January 30, 2024

Description:

Position: Library Associate Director
Post Date: January 30, 2024
End Date: Open Until Filled
Hours: 32 hours per week
Salary Range: $48,000 – $51,100

The Town of Suffield is a quintessential New England town with a longstanding pledge to preserving its
historic architecture and agricultural roots. The many people who serve Suffield through town
government as employees and volunteers alike remain committed to developing and fostering a strong sense of community among its residents.
The Town of Suffield is seeking a Library Associate Director for the Kent Memorial Library. This
position assists the Library Director in the management, supervision, and administration of the Library to
provide maximum services to library patrons in accordance with library policy and oversees teen and
adult services in the Library. Helps develop adult and teen collections and programs. Serves the residents
of Suffield in a customer-oriented manner that promotes a positive, professional image for the Town
government.

Duties:

1. Exhibit thorough knowledge of library services and collections, including print and electronic
   resources.
2. Provide leadership to achieve the goals of the Library.
3. Assist with employee scheduling and timesheets.
4. Coordinate training and staff development. Attend seminars and conferences to remain current on
   developments in relevant fields.
5. Provide input on library services, budgets, and utilization of library employees.
6. Assist with payment of monthly bills.
7. Oversee scheduling of meetings and program rooms.
8. Collaborate with staff to develop and update the Library’s website.
9. Assist in preparing statistics and information for reports to the state, town, and trustees.
10. Supervise and monitor teens who use the Library after school.
11. Maintain positive working relationships with local government officials, school officials, the
    community, and the public regarding program offerings and coordination of services; promptly and
    cordially respond to inquiries and complaints pertaining to services and facilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master of Library Science degree or an
   equivalent of experience and coursework in library science.
2. Three (3) – five (5) years of experience working with teens and adults within a public library system.
3. At least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
4. Relevant experience may be substituted for education attainment if deemed appropriate by the First
   Selectman.

Skills:

1. Excellent customer service skills.
2. Knowledge of readers’ advisory and reference questions. Possess good analytical skills and excellent
   computer and internet searching techniques.
3. Knowledge of website design and social media
4. Knowledge of teen services and collections.
5. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with patrons of all ages, volunteers,
   community partners, colleagues, and supervisors.
6. Operational knowledge of media and equipment, including computers, printers, and audiovisual
   equipment.
7. Experience with MS Office. Knowledge of Integrated Library Systems (ILS); experience with
   Evergreen preferred.
8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Ability to work independently, be flexible, and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
10. Ability to plan and organize work procedures successfully in a team environment.
11. Knowledge of interlibrary loan procedures.
12. Commitment to ongoing professional development

To Apply:

Applications can be found on the town website at suffieldct.gov/departments/hr.
Please submit an application, cover letter, and resume by email to [email protected] or by mail to
Town of Suffield, Human Resources Department, Attention: Shannon Foley, 83 Mountain Rd, Suffield,
CT 06078 by closing date of posting.