Job Opening: Library Director - Sunderland Public Library

The Town of Sunderland is seeking an energetic, self-directed leader to be responsible for all phases of library operation. The 9,400 square foot library building was opened in April 2004. It includes separate rooms for children and young adults as well as a Community Room and several public internet terminals. The Sunderland Public Library serves a community of approximately 4,000 with an operating budget of approximately $150,000 and 2.8 FTE.

Goals for the new Library Director include increasing and enriching programming, strengthening ties with the community and local elementary school, and identifying new revenue sources.

Complete Library Director Job Description Form (PDF)

Qualifications:

ALA-accredited MLS degree is strongly preferred. Administrative and supervisory experience at a public library strongly preferred.

Applicants must possess a thorough knowledge of library administration, finance management of all fund types including preparing and monitoring the annual budget and procurement, facility management, personnel administration, grant writing, strategic planning, technology, and public relations as outlined in Duties and Responsibilities of the Director job description.

Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Trustees, library staff, town officials and the general public.

Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of public library functions including collection management, circulation services and programming. Experience and knowledge of automatic library systems.

Considerable knowledge and ability to use computers including software to conduct database searches, spreadsheet management, word processing and cataloging.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Salary:

$40,000.

Closing Date:

Applications requested by November 17, 2008. Position will remain open until filled.

Send:

Letter of application, resume and three professional references to:

Library Director Search Committee
Sunderland Public Library
20 School Street
Sunderland, MA 01375

or

Director@SunderlandPublicLibrary.org

Posted: 10/22/2008