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Stony Creek Free Library

Is Seeking Applicants for Library Director

Job Description

The Stony Creek Free Library Director manages the library and administers policies on behalf of the library Board of Trustees, while assuring that the library is operating in compliance with State accreditation standards.

The director provides leadership and serves as the library’s primary public representative. This leader oversees both short- and long-term planning for the library, addressing immediate needs and anticipating future needs.

The director maintains and shares awareness of initiatives within the library, the SALS system, and the state governance that may affect the library.

The director also oversees the ordering of materials for circulation and those for everyday needs within the library, while also overseeing the general guidelines of the budget established by the Board of Trustees.

It is the director’s job to adhere to responsible expenditure of funds and to complete the necessary reporting procedures.

The director will need to complete an annual report to the state library association, with guidance from SALS, and will also need to complete a brief annual report to the public.

The director shall oversee and evaluate all staff members at the library and will coordinate scheduling for them.

The director shall ensure the library’s collection meets the needs of a diverse public and reflects the needs of the community as well.

The director will also need to plan, coordinate, explore funding for, and advertise programs for the patrons.

The director of the Stony Creek Free Library shall maintain a professional and welcoming presence for the library, within the community, and will continue to learn the skills and abilities necessary to meet the changing opportunities and needs of the library.

It is necessary for the director to maintain excellent communication with the Board of Trustees, the patrons, and the town, state, and SALS representatives.

The Stony Creek Free library director will make every effort to have patrons feel welcomed and appreciated and will seek to find ways to make connections within the community so that the library can be both a gathering space, reference space,
space for children and adults, and a space to seek resources.

Hours & Salary

Minimum of 15 hours a week required.
Salary range to start: $16,000-$17,000
Paid Holidays

Contact Information

Please email cover letter/resume to scfl@mail.com
Applications will be accepted until 5p.m.
Monday, December 2, 2024.

Duties

  • Oversee circulation
  • Plan, Coordinate and Execute Programming
  • Oversee staff and scheduling
  • Create flyers for advertisement about the library and its’ events
  • Advertise events and happenings at the library
  • Maintain the Facebook page, website, articles, and fliers to advertise the library
  • Filter and respond to daily emails and communicate information as needed
  • Run weekly report of overdue notices for both a phone call and a bill if lost
  • Maintain a dally tally of patrons and notable events/purchases and donations
  • Use daily tally sheets to total weekly statistics
  • Compile monthly circulation figures and other necessary statistics
  • Complete a monthly library director’s report detailing information from the month
  • Attend. a monthly meeting of the Board & share the library director’s report
  • Execute the ordering of supplies, books, dvds, audiobooks for the library
  • Listen to the patrons’ needs and communicate and plan for these needs
  • Communicate with the Board about needs for the buildings and library grounds
  • Oversee the gallery and Book Nook
  • Weed items that circulate, once a year
  • Attend one town board meeting a year
  • Seek grant opportunities for funding projects and events
  • Recommend policies to the Board of Trustees.
  • Identifies and implements operational improvements as needed
  • Evaluates and helps to get implemented new technology needed
  • Anticipates staff training needs, including any yearly mandated trainings

Library Director – Waterford Public Library

The Waterford Public Library Board of Trustees seeks a Library Director to begin January 2, 2025. We are looking for a leader who will bring fresh perspectives while maintaining strong operational oversight.

About Us: We are a tax-supported school district library serving a chartered population of 5,945, with an operating budget of $354,000 for 2025. It is important to note that the Waterford Library operates with a small staff. As such, this position is not office-bound. The ideal candidate must be willing to actively participate in every aspect of library operations. We seek a hands-on leader who can effectively balance administrative duties with direct involvement in day-to-day library functions.

The Position: The Director will:

  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives
  • Manage budget and resources
  • Lead and develop staff
  • Work directly with patrons and provide front-line services
  • Partner with community organizations
  • Ensure compliance with regulations
  • Work with the Board of Trustees to achieve library goals

We seek a candidate who:

  • Values both innovation and attention to detail
  • Can manage administrative duties while participating in daily operations
  • Will bring new ideas to library services and programs
  • Works well independently

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Librarianship (MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution or recognized by the New York State Education Department. Eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian’s Professional certificate at the time of application. Possession of certificate at the time of appointment.

Compensation: Salary range: $55,000-$65,000, negotiable based on experience. The benefits package includes health insurance, paid vacation, sick, and personal time, paid holidays, and NYS Retirement

This is a provisional appointment pending civil service qualification.

To Apply: Please submit your resume, a description of your relevant experience, and three references to: Email: cconnell@sals.edu Or mail to: Christine Connell, Board President, Waterford Public Library 117 Third St Waterford, NY 12188