Library Director REVISED July 2024, Kent Memorial Library (Suffield, CT)

Library Director REVISED July 2024, Kent Memorial Library (Suffield, CT) Position: Library Director

Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.Posted: July 11, 2024End Date: Open Until FilledGeneral Summary:The Library Director will undertake a range of administrative, supervisory, and professional duties to oversee Kent Memorial Library's employees, resources, budget, and facilities. The role encompasses managing the public library collection and delivering essential services to patrons and community groups. The primary objective will be to foster a positive, customer-centric environment that enhances the Library's and our Town government's welcoming and professional reputation among Suffield residents.Qualifications:A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited college or university is welcome but not required. A bachelor's degree in management or a related field will also be considered.Five (5) years of experience, preferably in library administration, including a minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.Extensive experience may be substituted for education attainment if the Library Commission and First Selectman deem it appropriate.Knowledge, Skills, and Expectations:Knowledge of principles and practices of public library functions preferred.Leadership skills in managing employees, ideally in a union setting, with an understanding of collective bargaining practices.Skill in financial management and administering budgets.Skill in using computers, including Microsoft suites, Library-related software, and technology infrastructure necessary to operate a modern library.Expected to work independently, be flexible, and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.Expected to work cooperatively with patrons of all ages, volunteers, community partners, colleagues, supervisors, and boards.Expected to plan, direct, and evaluate the work of library programs.Expected to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, local government officials, school officials, community and civic groups, corporations, and the public.Expected to compose clear and correct written correspondence and reports; ability to effectively present information verbally and respond to questions from employees, government officials, community and civic groups, patrons, and the general public.Expected to analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.Hours:This is a full-time forty (40) hours per week position. This position will occasionally require longer hours beyond those scheduled, including monthly evening commission meetings, evening work, and weekend work, as job duties demand.Compensation and Benefits:$70,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience, benefits package to include: 13 Paid Holidays per Year, Paid Sick and Vacation Days, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Defined Contribution Plan with Town Match, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

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