Library Director - Uxbridge Free Public Library (MA)

Library Director - Uxbridge Free Public Library (MA). Qualifications: Masters Degree in Library Science or Master of Science in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited school with Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners certification and five years of progressively responsible library experience preferred. Demonstrates ability to work with initiative. Demonstrates ability to work as part of the total library team. Demonstrates leadership abilities. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates knowledge of collection development and maintenance, library practices, procedures and technology. Demonstrates an ability to organize, maintain, and administer a complex operating budget for a library system. Demonstrates effective working relationships with Trustees, staff, patrons, officials of other local departments and the general public. Demonstrates excellent organizational skills. Demonstrates ability to develop short- and long-term development plans and objectives. Demonstrates ability to evaluate and act on unique situations. Demonstrates proficiency in the procedures and practices of professional library administration and the organization and management of its operations. Demonstrates knowledge of automated information data and retrieval systems: WORD, EXCEL, LAN, HTML, Internet and PowerPoint. Responsible to: The Library Board of Trustees. Reports to: The President of the Library Board of Trustees. Responsibilities: Planning and Policy-making. Collaborates with the Board to Develop goals and objectives for long and short-range plans for the library. Collaborates with the Board to develop library policies, programs, and procedures. Establishes goals and objectives for the staff to accomplish long-range plans. Conducts, directs and evaluates studies relating to library service responsiveness and efficiency, cost effectiveness and systems analysis. Initiates and develops programs in anticipation and /or in response to community needs. Maintains excellent organizational skills. Maintains accurate and up-to-date library policy manual. Plans, directs, and supervises development and preservation of the town library local history archives collection; including inventory, appraisals and insurance, in cooperation with the local historical society and Historical Commission. Fiscal management. Develops, prepares, and recommends to the Board, Town Boards, and Town Meeting and administers, the annual operating budget, and capital outlay programs based on the established goals and related performance data. Develops and justifies the library budget, including payroll, monthly bills, statistics and revolving accounts. Prepares all financial documents within the timeline and procedures established by the town Accountant. Selects quality and cost-effective vendors, contractors and others to provides services and products. Pursues grant funding from all sources to promote, enhance or create new library services, programs and collections. Administers grants and foundation funds according to specified guidelines and files all indicated reports within specified time-fames. Property Management: Manages the physical plant, as well as the preventative maintenance program, to ensure proper maintenance and utilization of the library. Supervises all maintenance and repair personnel and maintains accurate maintenance records. Analyzes and identifies building and grounds needs and recommends improvements, repairs and additions as necessary to the Board of Trustees. Ensures clean, clear, safe and welcoming environment for staff and public in the building and on the grounds. Responds to building emergencies and takes appropriate action. Maintains a Disaster and Evacuation Plan. Personnel Management: Provides leadership in establishing effective working relationships and communication, ensuring high productivity, and encouraging initiative and creativity. Manages the staff and coordinates staff functions in accordance with established goals and philosophy of the library mission. Maintains an overview of library activities and assigns staff according to the needs of the library and the abilities of the staff. Encourages professional development among staff members. Directly recruits, selects, promotes and/or terminates, supervises and annually evaluates all union personnel. These evaluations shall be submitted to the Town Clerk in a timely manner. Conducts staff meetings and ensures staff knowledge of library policies and procedures. Develops and coordinates volunteer services. May serve as reference librarian and fill in at circulation desk as necessary. Library Service and Operations: Responsible for and supervises the selection, acquisition and culling of library materials. Accepts and acknowledges all gifts. Reports this information to the Board at its next meeting. Supervises the utilization and maintenance of technology to deliver, monitor and enhance library service. Evaluates, introduces and maintains new technology as appropriate. Arranges for or conducts library staff training. Strives to encourage gift giving to the library. Coordinates and analyzes the library operations and functions to ensure accuracy, efficiency and quality. Maintains the Library website. Analyzes library operations, summarizes service developments and progress in achieving core objectives to provide the Board with the information necessary for sound decision making and fiscal responsibility. Reports on current library trends as they may relate to local library services and operations. Maintains/expands current Adult programming (speakers, authors etc.), as community interest dictates Communication: Attends and participates in all Board meetings and advises Trustees of programs, services, facility, planning, personnel and policy matters requiring consideration/action, as well as any changes in library services, programs, and collection. Presents a written Director’s Reports at all meetings identifying the progress and status of ongoing library programs and other matters requiring the Board’s attention. Submits a Director's report to the Town Manager and attends Department Head meetings. Attends both Spring and Fall Annual Town Meetings to address library related issues if needed. Files required documents to State agencies (ARIS Report) on time. Promotes library through regular press releases, and positive local reports. Acts as a liaison between library staff and the Board. Manages the internal and external communications and public relations of the library unless otherwise arranged. Establishes and conducts comprehensive public relations programs which promote the library and its services. Expands community outreach through a variety of means including but not limited to: library-school partnerships, addressing community groups, and identifying ways to serve patrons outside of the library building. Continuing Education: Keeps informed of current developments in the library field. Salary range: $46-52,000 annually. Deadline: December 2, 2013. Submit resume to mefco@verizon.net.

Head Children/Teen Services Librarian - Enfield Public Library

Head Children/Teen Services Librarian - Enfield Public Library. Full-Time Position Vacancy. Salary Range- $48,062-$65,860. General Statement of Duties: Provides reference to youth, parents, and caregivers. Develops library collection. Supervises planning and programs for children and teens. Provides readers advisory and acts as liaison with schools, daycare and homeschoolers. Provides homework center management and offers youth based innovative technology initiatives. Keeps current with new trends in library planning and services. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Director of Libraries within general procedural and policy guidelines. Supervision Exercised: Directly supervises the Coordinator of Children's Services, Children/Teen Librarian and Library Assistants as assigned. Essential Job Functions: Regular & punctual attendance; supervises all aspects of children's and teen services; handles children and teen collection development; manages children and teen programming including the work of the Children's Coordinator; manages Pearl Street homework/computer center; outreaches to the schools and community groups for children and teen services. Performs other duties as necessary. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge, Skill, and Ability: Knowledge of professional library methods, as well as children's and teen literature and reference resources and practices; highly self-motivated, creative and flexible with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently; ability to work with children and teens both individually and in groups; ability to deal effectively with parents, teachers and school principals. Must be expertly proficient in the use of the computer, especially with regards to web and bibliographic resources. Personal Attributes: Ability to deal with associates and the public in a courteous manner with excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well with individuals; neat personal appearance; must demonstrate initiative and good judgement; pleasing manner. Experience and Training: Requires Master's Degree in Library Science, plus four years of specialized library experience. Must have supervisory experience. This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities that comprise this position. Adopted: 2/7/01. Applications are available on-line at www.enfield-ct.gov, or by calling the Human Resources Department at (860) 253-6345. Choose ONE of the following ways to apply: (1) mail completed applications or resumes to Town of Enfield, Human Resources Department, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT 06082, (2) e-mail your resume to jobs@enfield.org, or (3) fax your resume or application to (860) 253-6264. The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department. EOE/AA/M/F.

Part-Time Catalog Librarian I - New Britain Public Library

Part-Time Catalog Librarian I - New Britain Public Library. 20 hours per week. Classifies and catalogs library materials of all types, formats and in various languages. Maintains quality of entries to ensure authority control and quality of database. Utilizes appropriate tools to create original bibliographic records according to commonly used practices. A Masters in Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited library science program and one year of cataloging experience required. Knowledge of AACR2 and RDA, DDC, OCLC, and MARC format. Understanding of cataloging principles and practices. Ability to use professional judgment in the application of library rules and procedures. Experience with SIRSI and/or Sierra and bibliographic records beneficial. Resume, letter, and contact information for 3 references to Library Director, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051 or email to prutkowski@nbpl.info.

Programming/Public Relations Manager - Bristol Public Library

Programming/Public Relations Manager - Bristol Public Library. Summary: Schedules and hosts programs for the Library that respond to customer and community demand. Assists with special events and promotions. Responsible for publicity and public relations. Develops, designs, and produces library newsletter, publicity materials, including but not limited to brochures, booklists and program flyers for distribution in paper electronic formats including social media outlets. Prepares library calendar for publication. Records statistics, evaluates programs, maintains budget including expenditures, contracts, and other receipts. Books meeting rooms and conducts library tours. Keeps calendar of all programs and meeting room bookings. Responsible for determining items placed on Public Library bulletin boards in accordance with policy. Generally assists throughout the library where needed. Work Schedule/Type: Full time position, 37½ hours per week, includes evening and weekend hours. Qualifications: Requires Masters Degree in Library Science from ALA accredited library school and 2 years experience in adult programming in a public library. Requires knowledge of modern principles and practices of programming for adults, public relations and publicity for public libraries, and effective written and oral communication skills. Familiarity of social media as it applies to libraries. Awareness of community resources and contacts. Must have effective public speaking skills. Expert skill and knowledge in Microsoft Office products. Requires ability to learn new software packages. Salary Range: $43,753 - $48,088/yr. Generous benefits. Submit Completed Online Application To: www.bristolct.gov. Closing Date: Monday, December 2, 2013. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Director of Library Services - Naugatuck Valley Community College, Waterbury

Director of Library Services - Naugatuck Valley Community College, Waterbury. Community College Professional 20. 12-month, Tenure-Track position. Anticipated Starting Date: Spring Semester 2014. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited institution together with three years of related experience including one year supervisory experience. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications noted above may be considered for this position by stating in writing precisely how their experience has prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons. Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, the Director of Library Services manages a full range of learning resources serving a diverse community of students, faculty, and citizens. The position directly supervises professionals, paraprofessionals and support positions including Librarians, Library Associates, Library Assistants, and others who provide services in such areas as reference, circulation, cataloging, readers’ advisory, materials acquisition, audio-visual media management, computer system management, distance learning, and general public service. Responsible for the essential areas of effective delivery of library services; development and organization of the library’s resources; evaluation, training, development and direction of library staff; budget, fiscal and facilities management, and library assessment and evaluation. Minimum Salary: $70,265 approximate annual, plus excellent medical insurance, retirement and related fringe benefits. To Apply: (Submit The Following To The Address Below) For complete application instructions, please go to the Naugatuck Valley Community College website at http://www.nv.edu/Offices-Departments/Administration/Human-Resources/Employment/itemId/2302/Director-of-Library-Services-. Application Deadline: December 4, 2013. All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Naugatuck Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply.

Full-Time Reference Librarian - Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill

Full-Time Reference Librarian - Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill, is seeking a friendly, energetic, self-motivated, tech-savvy professional to join our Adult Services Department. Our ideal candidate will have: excellent customer service skills; a passion for connecting patrons with library materials; creativity; comfort with exploring new technology; and the ability to collaborate with colleagues and build relationships with the community. Duties include, but are not limited to: reference assistance; collection development (book selection, ordering and cataloging); readers advisory; technology instruction; and possible adult and teen programming.Qualifications and Experience: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited university and progressively responsible experience in a library setting. Full-time position with 40 hours per week, including 1 evening per week and Saturday rotation. Salary is $61,672 with Town benefits. Closing date is 4:30 pm on Wednesday, November 27, 2013. Application process: All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, list of references and a completed Town of Rocky Hill Employment Application (found on Town website at http://www.rockyhillct.gov/DeptPages/employment.htm) to: Jessica Dumas, Town of Rocky Hill, Town Manager’s Office, 761 Old Main St., Rocky Hill, CT 06067.

Public Service Library II - Guilford Free Library

Public Service Library II - Guilford Free Library is currently accepting applications for the following position: Public Services Librarian II – Reference/Adult Services. This is a Full-Time 40-hour per week position with full benefits. Starting Salary- $43,157.91. The full job description and job application can be found through the Town of Guilford’s website. Any person interested in applying for this position should submit an Employment Application and resume to: Human Resources, Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford no later than: 3:00 p.m., Thursday, November 21, 2013.