What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Director position at Maxfield Public Library?
LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Maxfield Public Library, Loudon, NH
The Maxfield Public Library is seeking a new Library Director who is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, professional,
and possesses excellent leadership skills.
The Maxfield Public Library recently received a modern expansion and boasts a fireplace reading area, children’s craft and activities room, and large multi-purpose meeting room with a kitchenette and an array of digital media equipment.
Loudon is only 5 miles from Concord, the State Capitol. Other great attractions like the White Mountains,
Boston, the seacoast, and skiing, are all within a one-hour drive. Loudon is a quaint New Hampshire town and nearly half of our residents are registered library card holders and patrons of the Library. The new Library Director will be leading our outstanding current staff including a full-time Youth Services Librarian.
Salary and Benefits:
Full time, 40 hours per week, position with an annual salary range of $53,000 to $58,000. Salary is
commensurate with experience and education. A full benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and retirement.
Requirements:
A Bachelor’s Degree is required, with at least three years library or equivalent experience. A Master of Library
Science from an ALA accredited institution and/or experience as a library director is preferred.
Responsibilities:
Provides positive leadership for the staff. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with library patrons and responds positively to community requests and input.
Represents the Library and is actively involved with the community and makes a strong effort to involve the Maxfield Public Library in local Loudon events, functions, local grade school, and organizations.
Ensures that the Maxfield Public Library is up to date with current trends along with new and innovative ideas to ensure the best possible experience for the community.
Evaluates operations and activities of the library, plans for future needs, develops library collections, and adopts and implements new services and oversees the Maxfield Public Library budget.
Apply Now
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume with examples of accomplishments, and two (2) professional references. Recent MLS graduates are encouraged to apply.
Send resumes and references to:
emosermaxlib@loudonnh.org Position is open until filled and application review begins immediately. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY THROUGH really.
Complete job description is available at http://maxfieldlibrary.com
All applicants subject to background check. Maxfield Public Library is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $53,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $53,000 - $58,000