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By gsliscomm, December 4, 2012 4:15 pm

SCOPE OF WORK: Responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating a comprehensive, state of the art program of library services. Oversees information literacy efforts. Performs administrative, supervisory and instructional duties to ensure learning resource needs of MCC students and faculty; supervises library personnel and coordinates programming to collaborate with the community at large. This position reports to the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs at Manchester Community College.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Provides vision and strategic direction for library services consistent with the College’s mission and vision.
• Plan and supervise outreach to the students, faculty and staff coordinate and promote comprehensive learning resource support for all curricula areas of the college.
• Assures that the library’s materials, programs, and services meet the evolving needs of the community it serves. Develop new or revise systems, procedures and workflow based on the annual assessment of the effectiveness of library services and resources.
• Anticipates the evolution of academic programming and ensures appropriate library resources.
• Assures flexible and equitable access to physical and virtual collections of resources that support meet the diverse needs of all learners.
• Engage faculty to assist in developing programs and resources appropriate to the college
and local communities; supervise outreach to promote these programs and resources.
• Participate in the appropriate library consortia to enhance services and resources. Develops contacts, contracts and agreements with external agencies to provide access to externally available databases, learning resources and bibliographical services.
• Oversees the integration of current technologies in all library services and resources.
• Develops and supervises the budget to ensure consistency with the library’s strategic plan and annual assessment activities.
• Maintains and enhances the library website.
• Stays current with new professional techniques and current trends in library services and resources.
• Seeks additional funding sources for library services and resources through grants, donations, etc.
• Supervises library professional and student staff.
• Conducts formal and informal instruction in the area of research format and research procedures.
• Integrates American Library Association standards wherever possible.
• Participates in various staff development activities and professional organizations; attends conferences and workshops in order to remain current within the profession.
• Complies with all college, system, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major study in Library Science, from an ALA accredited institution, including coursework in Educational Media and Technology. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: Four years’ experience in professional library work in a higher education institution.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Knowledge of modern library organization, procedure, policy, aims and services. Knowledge of up-to-date applications of information technology. Skill in developing and monitoring library automation and library information systems. Ability to coordinate workflow within the library, and to train and supervise library staff. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with subordinates, professional and non-professional employees as well as with the student body. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college’s appointing authority.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and State of NH application to the Director of Human Resources, Alicia Cutting (acutting@ccsnh.edu).

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By gsliscomm, October 9, 2012 12:50 pm

Job Announcement:

Seeking an Associate Director of Library Services. For more job
information and to apply: www.sandiegozoo.org/jobs. All applicants must
apply through the online application; resumes will not be accepted via
email. Deadline: 10/11/12. AA/EOE.

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The San Diego Zoo is currently undergoing a search to fill its
Associate Director of Library Services position. This position will be
responsible for the management, development, and implementation of
library system plans and functions.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Title: ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR – LIBRARY SERVICES
Location: San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research
15600 San Pasqual Valley Road
Escondido, California 92027

Job Code: 143006
Shift: Days
Category: Library
Average Hours per Week: 40
Employment Status: With Benefits

Link to online application:
https://www.hrapply.com/sandiegozoo/AppJobView.jsp?link=4930&page=AppJobList.jsp&skimSessionName=com.hrlogix.view.cont.table.cs.req.JobListTable&skimName=requisition.requisition_id&skimNdx=0&op=reset

General San Diego Zoo Global Employment Site:
https://www.hrapply.com/sandiegozoo/Setup.app

Deadline to apply: Thursday, October 11, 2012
Applications must be submitted online by 9:30pm Pacific Standard Time

(Non-Union position) Exempt, with benefits. Salary commensurate with
experience.

**San Diego Zoo Global is a smoke-free workplace**

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JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The Associate Director – Library Services develops and implements
Society long-range and short-term library system plans, including an
intranet resource to provide online access to a computerized catalog,
databases, specialized resources, and outside web sites.

Applicants must have a master’s degree in library science from an
accredited college or university or equivalent experience. Desirable
qualifications for this position include a Bachelor’s degree in a
scientific discipline, knowledge of zoology, taxonomy, life sciences,
medicine, conservation, and or ecology as well as a broad grasp of
library functions and operations.

Essential job functions of this position include evaluating, selecting,
and overseeing the computerized library system, maintaining the SDZ
Global archives, developing, administering, and monitoring assigned
budgets. Must be able to communicate effectively, both oral and written.
Applicant must be able to move light to moderately heavy materials
approximately 25 – 35 pounds. Must be available for a minimum of
40hrs/wk.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Associate Director-Library Services performs all job assignments
with a positive attitude that reflects San Diego Zoo Global’s mission
and vision of connecting people to wildlife and conservation, and
pursues green/conservation practices when feasible. The Associate
Director – Library Services is responsible for the Organization’s
library operations and for developing information resources that support
the organization’s information needs. This position reports to Chief
Life Sciences Officer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Evaluates, selects, and oversees computerized library system
Develops related policies, procedures, systems, and records
Maintains the SDZ Global archives
Develops, administers, and monitors assigned budgets
Identifies and authorizes purchase of equipment and supplies
Works with vendors regarding purchases and negotiates prices
Oversees related service contracts
Provides user training
Maintains a variety of contacts in order to respond to inquiries and requests
Effectively coordinate activities

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Develops and implements Society long-range and short-term library
system plans, including an intranet resource to provide online access to
a computerized catalog, databases, specialized resources, and outside
web sites
Manages staff in researching, acquiring, organizing, and
maintaining various information resources including special reference
materials, bibliographies, reports, files, databases, books, journals,
videos, online consortia, and other formats
Develops networking arrangements with other libraries to expand and
supplement resources
Submits grant requests for related funding

ALL EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON PASSING A DRUG SCREEN.
SOME EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON PASSING PRE-PLACEMENT TESTING.

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By gsliscomm, October 3, 2012 9:43 am

Discover the Possibilities—as the next director of the Vigo County Public Library! The Library Board of Trustees seeks a new leader to help continue and enhance the Library’s successful role as the County’s creative, cultural, and collaborative connection. The Board wants a director who will work strategically with local organizations and agencies and be responsive to the needs and concerns of staff, customers and the community. Vigo County Public Library is a separate taxing authority with a tax rate exclusively dedicated to public library services. Governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, the Library staff of 78 (59 full-time and 19 part-time), serve the 107,848 citizens in Vigo County with a budget of $6.97 million. The Library consists of the Main Library (69,600 sq. ft.) in downtown Terre Haute, a single branch facility (West Terre Haute) and active Outreach and Community Services programs. The challenge for the next Director will be to move forward on the Library’s new strategic plan (currently under development) leveraging strong community relationships and partnerships while continuing to provide the outstanding levels of service and programs for the community.

Responsibilities. The Director reports to a seven-member Library Board of Trustees and works with the Board, staff, and major stakeholders to establish the strategic vision for the Library aligning the Library’s mission, goals and objectives with the community’s needs and priorities. This is complex executive work planning, directing, managing and overseeing the activities and operations of the library, coordinating services and activities with the Board of Library Trustees, local government, academic institutions, and other agencies, ensuring local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations applicable to Indiana libraries and the by-laws, policies, and directives of the Library Board are being met. See Library Director job description for additional details.

Qualifications. ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science; the ability to obtain and retain an Indiana Librarian Certificate 1; and a minimum of six years of professional experience including a minimum of three years of supervisory and/or management experience. Essential attributes and skills include: vision, creativity, energy and enthusiasm; superior written and oral communications skills; demonstrated success in effectively promoting library services to the community; political acumen; collaborative and consensus-building skills; experience in recruiting, mentoring, evaluating and retaining an excellent staff; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and “best practices” for library service. Please see the job description for specific detailed information. Ten years of library experience with at least six years of administrative experience and proven success working effectively with a policy-making board is highly desirable.

Compensation. The starting salary range is $85,000-100,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package.

For further information contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or telephone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments via email to danbradbury@gossagesager.com or jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com. November 4, 2012, is the position closing date.

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By gsliscomm, September 24, 2012 12:35 pm

Institution:
Sutton Free Public Library

Job:
Library Director

Duties/Description:
The Town of Sutton seeks an innovative and energetic library director to direct and manage all operations and activities of the Sutton Free Public Library.  Our busy library is overseen by a three person Board of Trustees. The library holds 29,443 items, has a wireless network and is a member of the CWMARS library consortium.  The director works 35 hrs/wk, including some evenings and weekend hours and their duties include overseeing the daily running of the library, all programs and services and is responsible for long-range planning, policy recommendations, adult collection development, filing all necessary local and state reports and representing the Sutton Library at all CWMARS network directors’ meetings.  The Director supervises six library staff members, coordinates adult programming, supports all teen and childrens’ programs and endeavors to obtain grant funding. On-going staff development, community relationship building and public library advocacy are required aspects of this position.  The director works with the Board of Trustees, as well as the Town Manager.

Qualifications:
The applicant should possess practical expertise in personnel administration, budget management, customer services skills and computer and network troubleshooting. The ability to communicate effectively, motivate and develop staff and community relationships is essential. Library building experience is a plus. The preferred candidate will have five years of supervisory experience with library operations and possess a Masters in Library Science from an accredited ALA program.   Will consider applicants who have experience that are currently working on obtaining a Masters in Library Science.

Salary:
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Closing Date:
October 5th, 2012

Send:
Interested candidates may e-mail a cover letter, resume and names of three references in Word or PDF format to Elizabeth Fritz-Keyes , Chair, Board of Library Trustees at suttlibma@gmail.com  No phone calls please.

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By gsliscomm, September 24, 2012 12:17 pm

Director of Library Services
Environmental and economics consulting firm seeks a Director of Library Services to direct management of internal content and perform cataloguing, literature searches, topic tracking (Web 2.0), and document retrieval supporting litigation and client focused projects. Candidates should have:

1. Strong electronic content/knowledge management experience in addition to general skills needed in special libraries.
2. Experience with organizing the electronic flow of incoming materials, including print, digital, and oversized documents.
3. Research experience using tools such as LexisNexis, ISI Web of Knowledge, Pacer, as well as using traditional library, government agency, municipal records, or general web resources.

Research will include environmental topics ranging from general topics such as: PCBs, hazardous waste, MGPs, etc., or more specific searches such as court decisions or digital articles.
Requirements:

• Masters Degree in Library and Information Sciences or equivalent;
• Organizing and managing information management system;
• Literature research (particularly the ability to understand the needs defined by technical experts);
• Basic cataloging;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Proven ability to work well independently and collaboratively;
• At least 5 years experience with private or special library and information management.

Familiarity with environmental engineering and knowledge of the hard sciences will be useful.
*This position is not eligible for moving reimbursements.

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By gsliscomm, September 17, 2012 3:15 pm

Duties/Description: The Town of Kensington, a small New Hampshire seacoast community of 2,100 residents, is seeking an innovative, energetic, and experienced professional for the
position of Library Director. The Director will oversee a staff of 3 part time employees and is responsible for the management of the library. The Director reports to the Board of Trustees and works closely with the Social Library Trustees, who are responsible for the physical plant, the Friends of the Library, the Kensington Elementary School, and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be technology savvy, have a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public library functions, have strong customer service skills and a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, town officials, and the general public, and have experience with budget preparation and administration as well as some bookkeeping experience using QuickBooks.

A full job description can be found at www.kensingtonpubliclibrary.org

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school preferred
• 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in professional library work, including three years of administrative and supervisory responsibility at a public library.

Salary: $21.00/hr., 30 hrs./wk.

Closing Date: October 5, 2012

Application: If interested please send a letter of application, resume and 3 references by email to:

Heather Ritter,
Kensington Public Library Trustees
hwritter@gmail.com

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By gsliscomm, September 17, 2012 2:47 pm

Princeton Public Library, Goodnow Memorial Building
www.princetonpubliclibrary.org
Library Director, full Town benefits
28 hrs/wk (one Sat/mo, occasional evenings)

Start date: January 2, 2013

Description: Excellent opportunity for an outgoing and energetic leader who enjoys being part of a vibrant community center in a rural town on the slope of picturesque Wachusett Mountain.

The Director is responsible for all aspects of library administration, maintaining and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of all library operations while embracing and encouraging emerging technologies. The Director oversees a staff of 7 (PT).  The library serves a population of 3,645, circulating 41,341 items in FY12.

For complete job description go to http://www.town.princeton.ma.us

Duties: Staff management, library administration (including services, technology, and programs), budget management, collection development, policy recommendation, strategic planning, oversight of facility maintenance, and public relations (including collaboration with Trustees, Friends, local groups and government entities).

Attributes: The Director must be an excellent communicator, and a professional, friendly, and visionary leader who is approachable, flexible and committed to public service.

Qualifications:Go to http://www.MBLC.state.ma.us for complete guidelines.

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Sub-professional Certificate of Librarianship.
• Completion of a Basic Librarian’s Technique certificate is expected within 5 years.
• 2 years of public library experience including supervisory, budget and collection development or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with CWMARS/Evergreen preferred.
• Solid understanding and application of existing and emerging technology and an applied knowledge of Excel spreadsheets.
• Subject to a satisfactory background check.

Salary range: $34,000 – $41,100

Closing Date:  Postmark by October 12, 2012

Send:  Cover letter, resume and names of 3 professional references to: submissions@town.princeton.ma.us

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By gsliscomm, September 17, 2012 2:19 pm

Duties/Description:
The Grafton Public Library is seeking dynamic candidates for the full time position of Library Director. This position will administer and manage the staff, functions, activities and operations of the library. Candidates must possess strong financial management skills; an understanding of town government and municipal budgets; a dedication to public service; strong communication, outreach, public relations and interpersonal skills; grant writing skills; relevant IT experience with a solid understanding of current and future trends; oversight of facility maintenance and improvements. This position required the ability to manage both traditional and evolving library services. The ability to effectively work with other town departments and the public is essential.

Qualifications;
Master of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited program and MBLC certified; three to five years of progressively responsible professional experience in a public library including supervisory, budgetary and collection development; excellent oral and written communication skills; experience with the grant application process; collection development expertise’ IT experience with a knowledge of current and future trends; and strong personnel management experience. Solid understanding of existing and emerging technology and library trends a must.

Interested candidates should send resume, letter of interest and three professional references, and salary history to the Office of the Town Administrator, Grafton Memorial Municipal Center, 30 Providence Road, Grafton, MA 01519 or email to idec@grafton-ma.gov, open until September 28, 2012, Salary DOQ.

Qualifications:

Master of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited program and MBLC certified; three to five years of progressively responsible professional experience in a public library including supervisory, budgetary and collection development

Salary:
DOQ

Closing Date:
September 28, 2012 (Resumes will be reviewed as they are received).

Send:
Interested candidates should send resume, letter of interest and three professional references, and salary history to the Office of the Town Administrator, Grafton Memorial Municipal Center, 30 Providence Road, Grafton, MA 01519 or email to idec@grafton-ma.gov

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By gsliscomm, September 10, 2012 5:59 pm

The Trustees of the Groton Public Library (GPL) invite qualified candidates to apply for the position of Director of the GPL.   The GPL is a well-utilized and well-supported library serving a community of 10,000.    Our library was greatly expanded in 1999 and comprises 17,400 square feet.  The library’s collection is currently 81,000 items with an annual circulation of 240,000.   The GPL employs 12.5 FTE as well as 48 volunteers.   In the last year, we offered 400 programs to children, young adults, and adults with total attendance of 8,900.    In the last several years, our summer reading program attracted between 800 and 900 participants.  For more information about Groton and the library see: www.townofgroton.org and www.gpl.org.

The successful candidate will have a MLS and five or more years of progressively increasing responsibility in libraries.   A strong focus on the Groton community will be essential.  Supervisory and budgetary management skills, a strong sense of customer service, vision, creativity, and sense of humor are highly desirable.

The position is full-time, salaried with some evening commitments.   Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Send letter, resume, and three references via email to: trustees@gpl.org.   Please send any questions to the same address.

Closing Date: October 9, 2012

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By gsliscomm, September 10, 2012 5:43 pm

Institution: Abbott Library
Location: Sunapee, New Hampshire
Job: Library Director

Duties/Description: The Town of Sunapee, a small New England town that enjoys close proximity to Lake Sunapee and Mount Sunapee is seeking an innovative, energetic, and experienced professional for the position of Library Director.  The Director will oversee a staff of 6 employees (4 FTE) and is responsible for the efficient administration and management of the library. The library serves a community of 3,365 year round residents and a large seasonal community and has an operating budget of $300,000. The ideal candidate will be tech savvy with a thorough understanding, working knowledge and appreciation for cutting edge technology.   The library has recently purchased a site that will accommodate a new 8,000 sq. ft. library once full funding is secured through a combination of public and private funding.  The Director will work closely with the Board of Trustees, Friends of the Library and the Abbott Library Foundation to raise funds and advocate for the library.

Information on the library and a job description can be found at www.abbottlibrary.org

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school; 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in professional library work, including three years of administrative and supervisory responsibility at a public library.

Starting Salary Range: $ 52,125-$53,456 with excellent benefit package

Closing Date:  September 21, 2012

EOE

Application:  If interested please send a letter of application, resume and 3 references by email to:

Terri Jillson White, Chair

Abbott Library Trustees

jillsonins@comcast.net

Posted:  09-07-2012