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Library Director I, Newfane Public Library
Wnylrc, Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101
Library Director I, Newfane Public LibraryJob Location: Newfane, NYSalary Range or Hourly Rate: $55,000-$65,000Job Description: JOB TITLE: LIBRARY DIRECTOR I – Full Time
Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.CLASSIFICATION: COMPETITIVESALARY RANGE: $55,000 - $65,000The Newfane Public Library is seeking a full-time innovative, imaginative Library Director.SUMMARY:Under the direct supervision of the public library board of trustees, the library director is responsible for the operations of the library and the development and implementation of services, including: (A) assisting the board with long-range planning and policy development (B) collection development (C) designing and implementing services and programs for users of all ages; and (D) overseeing the maintenance and safety of the library building and grounds. The library director hires and supervises all staff and volunteers who work in the library.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA Master of Library Science (MLS) from a university that is accredited by the American Library Association.Eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian’s professional certificate at the time of application.Possession of certificate at time of appointment.Two (2) years of satisfactory professional public library experience.ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIESImplements the policies of the Library as established by the Board of Trustees.Recruits, hires, supervises and evaluates library staff in conformity with library policy and any applicable Niagara County Civil Service regulations.Prepares library board meeting agendas and necessary board reports in cooperation with the library board president.Prepares State Annual Report for review and approval by the Library Board of Trustees.Informs and advises the Library Board as to local, regional, state and national developments in the library field.Develops a planning process for a strategic plan that involves community members in the planning process to ensure services and programs support the Newfane community and its goals.Works to maintain communication with area libraries, schools, the library system and other library organizations.SERVICE AND SERVICE PROMOTIONDevelops, oversees and executes an array of programs to address the various needs of patrons and to make the library accessible to all. In addition to regular programming, these might include tours of the library for schools, daycares and homeschooling groups, interesting educational or cultural displays, book discussion sessions and story times.Prepares grant applications when grant opportunities are available, in order to supplement local funding of library operation.Develops and guides local volunteer groups (e.g., Library Friends) who wish to help with library fundraising and enhancement of services.COLLECTION MANAGEMENTSelects materials for all age groups based on community needs and the library’s collection development policy.Develops and maintains a regular weeding schedule.FACILITIES MANAGEMENTOversees the care and maintenance of the library building and grounds.Regularly reviews building needs and advises the board of trustees in planning for future expansion or development.ESSENTIAL SKILLSExcellent interpersonal skills.Ability to effectively communicate ideas and information in both oral and written form.Tech savvy - easily adapts to new tools and processes.Ability to locate and retrieve online information from reliable sources.Please submit resume with references and cover letter to newfanelibrary@nioga.org by March 22nd.Job URLPosting Start Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024Posting End Date: Friday, March 22, 2024
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Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.CLASSIFICATION: COMPETITIVESALARY RANGE: $55,000 - $65,000The Newfane Public Library is seeking a full-time innovative, imaginative Library Director.SUMMARY:Under the direct supervision of the public library board of trustees, the library director is responsible for the operations of the library and the development and implementation of services, including: (A) assisting the board with long-range planning and policy development (B) collection development (C) designing and implementing services and programs for users of all ages; and (D) overseeing the maintenance and safety of the library building and grounds. The library director hires and supervises all staff and volunteers who work in the library.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA Master of Library Science (MLS) from a university that is accredited by the American Library Association.Eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian’s professional certificate at the time of application.Possession of certificate at time of appointment.Two (2) years of satisfactory professional public library experience.ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIESImplements the policies of the Library as established by the Board of Trustees.Recruits, hires, supervises and evaluates library staff in conformity with library policy and any applicable Niagara County Civil Service regulations.Prepares library board meeting agendas and necessary board reports in cooperation with the library board president.Prepares State Annual Report for review and approval by the Library Board of Trustees.Informs and advises the Library Board as to local, regional, state and national developments in the library field.Develops a planning process for a strategic plan that involves community members in the planning process to ensure services and programs support the Newfane community and its goals.Works to maintain communication with area libraries, schools, the library system and other library organizations.SERVICE AND SERVICE PROMOTIONDevelops, oversees and executes an array of programs to address the various needs of patrons and to make the library accessible to all. In addition to regular programming, these might include tours of the library for schools, daycares and homeschooling groups, interesting educational or cultural displays, book discussion sessions and story times.Prepares grant applications when grant opportunities are available, in order to supplement local funding of library operation.Develops and guides local volunteer groups (e.g., Library Friends) who wish to help with library fundraising and enhancement of services.COLLECTION MANAGEMENTSelects materials for all age groups based on community needs and the library’s collection development policy.Develops and maintains a regular weeding schedule.FACILITIES MANAGEMENTOversees the care and maintenance of the library building and grounds.Regularly reviews building needs and advises the board of trustees in planning for future expansion or development.ESSENTIAL SKILLSExcellent interpersonal skills.Ability to effectively communicate ideas and information in both oral and written form.Tech savvy - easily adapts to new tools and processes.Ability to locate and retrieve online information from reliable sources.Please submit resume with references and cover letter to newfanelibrary@nioga.org by March 22nd.Job URLPosting Start Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024Posting End Date: Friday, March 22, 2024
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