Library Director Job at Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District in Kirkla

The Library Director oversees day-to-day library operations including budget, collections, programs, services, human resources, and facilities. Drives positive workplace culture and empowers team to deliver outstanding customer service to patrons. The Director represents the library in the community at key functions and events. Works collaboratively with the Board of Trustees to set direction for the library and fulfill short-term and long-range goals.

Status: Part time, 15-17 hours per week

Classification: Non-exempt

Reports to: Board of Trustees

Schedule: Varies; flexible based on business needs and outreach activities

Pay Range: $20-$25 per hour based on qualifications and experience

Responsibilities

• Coaches, develops, and mentors a team of 5 staff members including hiring, training, and all personnel matters
• Partners with the Board of Trustees to create strategic priorities and set policies for the library
• Collaborates with staff to develop new programs, collections, and services
• Promotes library offerings within the community and engages in networking opportunities with patrons and key community stakeholders
• Establishes processes and procedures and ensures compliance with all legal guidelines
• Works with a contract accountant and assists with library finances including budget, payroll, banking, and grants
• Completes and files annual reports including IPLAR, Per Capita Grant, and ILL Certification
• Acts as Records Retention specialist and ensures compliance with state standards

Oversees completion of monthly reports and attends all Board meetings

Qualifications

• College degree with library experience and customer service experience required
• Minimum three years’ experience in public libraries with reference, collection development, programming, reader’s advisory, outreach, user instruction, and/or customer service
• Minimum three years’ experience managing, coaching, mentoring, and leading a team
• Experience working with vendors, contractors, state agencies, and grants a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications. Prefer experience with either Destiny or Sierra catalogs

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of ALA’s Library Bill of Rights and Freedom to Read statements
• Able to work independently and adapt to change
• Able to project a professional image as a representative of the library
• Able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers
• Able to comprehend, follow, and enforce library policies and procedures
• Able to exercise good judgment and handle emergency situations in a calm, capable manner
• Able to walk, sit, and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Able to bend and squat
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs and push carts carrying up to 100 lbs
• Able to see up close and far away
• Able to hear and respond to others both in person and on the telephone
• Able to operate a keyboard and a mouse

Able to drive a car and hold a valid Illinois driver’s license

Location

Kirkland Public Library, DeKalb County

Hours

The hours are flexible and vary depending on the needs of the library.