Ramapo Catskill Library System
Director, Cragsmoor Free Library
Ramapo Catskill Library System, Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101
The Cragsmoor Free Library is a small association library on the Shawangunk Ridge in Ulster County, NY. The Library is seeking an energetic part-time Director who will play an integral role in ensuring that the Library continues to meet the community’s needs. The successful candidate will be an active partner with the Library’s Board in setting and implementing strategy, policies, and decisions.
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.Primary Responsibilities The Library Director must balance the management of a not-for-profit organization with the more personal and social needs of its patrons.Library ManagementProvide Library patrons with direction and advice, information on research and reading, both print and digitalCheck materials into and out of the Library and through the Integrated Library System softwareManage the acquisition and deaccession of the Library’s collectionSupervise staff, both employees and volunteersEnsure adherence to all Library policiesMaintain the inventory of suppliesMaintain the Library’s property, including computers in good conditionDevelop appropriate programs, events and activities in the LibraryRelationship ManagementLocal Community
Convey feedback from the community to the BoardWrite Director’s report for the monthly NewsletterForward Board-authorized communications to patronsAttend as many Library events as possible
The Library Board of Trustees
Act in concert with the Board of TrusteesPrepare Director’s report and present at Board meetings which fall on the morning of the second Sunday of the monthAttend and present Director’s report at the annual meeting of the Library Association,Assist in preparation of all required reports
Ramapo Catskill Library Services (RCLS)
Function as primary interface between RCLS and the Board of TrusteesAttend RCLS’ monthly Directors’ Association meetings and other RCLS meetings as necessary and pertinentPrepare and submit to RCLS relevant sections of the Annual Report required by New York State
Required Skill Sets
Knowledge of traditional Library operations • Manage the Library’s budgetComputer Skills:
Fluent with both Apple and PCFamiliar with internet navigation and emailProficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
Demonstrable written and oral communication skillsEducation • Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree or higher is a plus.Preferred Skills and Accomplishments
Familiarity with SEAL and Blue Cloud Analytics • Experience managing employee/volunteer staffExperience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPointHours • The Library is open 23 hours a week across 4 days a week. Since the Library is sometimes staffed with part-time employees and volunteers, there can be flexibility in arranging schedules. Accommodation to work remotely may be granted upon request.Compensation • Annual salary range: $30,000 to $40,000 depending upon experience and the degree to which the candidate matches the above profile.Please submit your letter of interest in this position, together with your resume, to the Cragsmoor Free Library, crfl410@gmail.com, by June 1, 2024.
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If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.Primary Responsibilities The Library Director must balance the management of a not-for-profit organization with the more personal and social needs of its patrons.Library ManagementProvide Library patrons with direction and advice, information on research and reading, both print and digitalCheck materials into and out of the Library and through the Integrated Library System softwareManage the acquisition and deaccession of the Library’s collectionSupervise staff, both employees and volunteersEnsure adherence to all Library policiesMaintain the inventory of suppliesMaintain the Library’s property, including computers in good conditionDevelop appropriate programs, events and activities in the LibraryRelationship ManagementLocal Community
Convey feedback from the community to the BoardWrite Director’s report for the monthly NewsletterForward Board-authorized communications to patronsAttend as many Library events as possible
The Library Board of Trustees
Act in concert with the Board of TrusteesPrepare Director’s report and present at Board meetings which fall on the morning of the second Sunday of the monthAttend and present Director’s report at the annual meeting of the Library Association,Assist in preparation of all required reports
Ramapo Catskill Library Services (RCLS)
Function as primary interface between RCLS and the Board of TrusteesAttend RCLS’ monthly Directors’ Association meetings and other RCLS meetings as necessary and pertinentPrepare and submit to RCLS relevant sections of the Annual Report required by New York State
Required Skill Sets
Knowledge of traditional Library operations • Manage the Library’s budgetComputer Skills:
Fluent with both Apple and PCFamiliar with internet navigation and emailProficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
Demonstrable written and oral communication skillsEducation • Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree or higher is a plus.Preferred Skills and Accomplishments
Familiarity with SEAL and Blue Cloud Analytics • Experience managing employee/volunteer staffExperience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPointHours • The Library is open 23 hours a week across 4 days a week. Since the Library is sometimes staffed with part-time employees and volunteers, there can be flexibility in arranging schedules. Accommodation to work remotely may be granted upon request.Compensation • Annual salary range: $30,000 to $40,000 depending upon experience and the degree to which the candidate matches the above profile.Please submit your letter of interest in this position, together with your resume, to the Cragsmoor Free Library, crfl410@gmail.com, by June 1, 2024.
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