Library Director - Madison County Public Library

JOB DESCRIPTION
Library Director – Madison County Public Library

Principal Responsibilities
General Library Operations

• Follow procedures and practices established by county and regional board, with emphasis on privacy, confidentiality, and freedom of information policies
• Develop and follow procedures for opening/closing the library
• Be responsible for the day-to-day care and maintenance of the library building and equipment
• Check materials in and out; issue library cards; keep status of circulation; check on overdue materials and notify patrons of overdue materials
• Supervise and train library staff and volunteers
• Coordinate materials delivery schedule with Carroll and Madison Library System (CAMALS)

Administrative and Bookkeeping

• Be responsible for funds collected through the library, under the supervision and direction of the county library board and the county clerk’s office
• Track all expenses, via a ledger, to keep within corresponding budgeted line items
• Maintain accurate accounting practices for cash receipts: fax, lost items, etc.
• Order books and materials, check invoices on arrivals
• Send bills and invoices to county clerk’s office
• Maintain accurate time sheets and submit as required by county clerk
• Maintain monthly statistic sheets (circulation, computer hours, programs, new patrons, etc.) and submit as required by CAMALS

Patron Services

• Create a welcoming environment for library patrons
• Actively seek ideas and information from patrons on how to better serve community and library needs
• Assist patrons in the use of library facilities and computer, internet, and digital services
• Do reference and reader advisory work
• Assist patrons in finding books, DVDs, and other materials from other libraries
• Manage holds and ILL requests for patrons

Collection Development

• Know your community
• Ensure that library collections and acquisitions satisfy public demand in various media; provide and maintain a balanced, relevant collection of fiction, non-fiction, periodicals, audio, video in adult, young adult, and juvenile categories
• Check donated books for possible addition to collection
• Weed books, periodicals, and other materials
• Keep shelves in good alphabetic and numeric order
• Maintain display of new materials

Program Development

• Plan, prepare, and direct programs, tours, story hours, book talks, class visits, film programs and clubs in cooperation with the county library board and local Friends of the Library organization
• Plan, prepare, and direct Summer Reading programs
• Actively seek ideas from the community to offer programs of local interest for various ages

Publicity

• Create and maintain a strong public relations program for the library
• Promote awareness of the library, its services, programs, and events through public relations techniques, including social media, with emphasis on news releases to local newspaper
• Prepare posters, displays, flyers, bookmarks and coordinate distribution
• Keep community information bulletin boards and displays up-to-date
• Assist the CAMALS office in updating and maintaining CAMALS Website information, on at least a monthly basis, regarding hours of operation, upcoming programs, events, Friends meetings, etc.
• Promote awareness of CAMALS Public Library Foundation
• Act as spokesperson for the library when called upon by public officials, local organizations, schools, etc.

Board and related responsibilities

• Attend county library board meetings, directors’ meetings, and workshops as required
• Follow all board policies
• Bring proposed changes to existing policies or new policies to the board for review
• Inform the board of the need for services, repairs, materials, etc.
• Prepare a written report for quarterly meetings of county library board
• Network with other CAMALS libraries and state library
• Coordinate with local Friends of the Library and volunteers to provide additional hours of operation as needed and to assist with programs
• Attend CAMALS meetings, local Friends meetings, and Foundation events when possible

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent necessary; Bachelor’s degree encouraged
• Registered library cardholder
• Familiarity with the public library laws of Arkansas
• Familiarity with Atriuum Integrated Library System Software
• Experience working in a library, public agency, or position with public contact

Special Skills

• Knowledge of standard library practices and routines
• Knowledge of reader interest levels and of current popular book titles and authors
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel programs and Internet research skills.
• Proficiency in writing skills, demonstrating care with spelling, grammar, punctuation, and proofreading
• Ability to deal tactfully, professionally, and effectively with library patrons of all ages and backgrounds

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32,240.00 - $35,829.84 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Huntsville, AR 72740: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Library services: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location