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The Gas City-Mill Township Library Board of Trustees is searching for their next Library Director. The ideal candidate will work to partner with our experienced library staff to administer the day-to-day functions of the library.
This is a full-time position - 40 hour/week exempt position with a benefit package that includes, PTO; Paid Holidays; PERF; Health; Dental; Vision; Life Insurance
Library Director for the Gas City-Mill Township Public Library
Position Description:The Library Director leads, directs and manages the daily operations and budget of the library and works under the direction of the Board of Trustees to provide financial and operational structures for the library. Work is performed under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees.
Primary Objectives: Direct the daily operations of the library Create policies for library operations Create and monitor the library budget Ensure high quality library service
Specific Responsibilities of the Job: Provide operational direction for the library Define library priorities and goals Create and communicate a strategic plan Coach and manage employee behaviors Recommend policies and services to be established by the Board of Trustees Settle patron disputes regarding library accounts Communicate regularly with staff Provide mandates for service improvements Communicate and contract with vendors and service providers Make hiring and pay decisions to be approved by the Board Determine appropriate disciplinary actions Make termination decisionsConduct performance evaluations Attend community meetings and sit on community Boards Complete special projects as needed or assigned by the Board of Trustees Communicate regularly with the Board of Trustees Catalog library materials
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Note that these requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge of best practice in libraries Knowledge of best practice in customer service Knowledge of best practice in human resources and business Knowledge of basic budgeting tools and strategies Skill at planning and organizing Ability to interpret data and apply findings Ability to manage employee conduct Ability to effectively teach skills Ability to recognize areas for improvement and provide solutions Ability to tactfully resolve disputes and complaints Ability to solve problems creatively and independently Ability to lead a diverse group of people Ability to manage daily operations of a public facility including maintenance Ability to interpret local, state, and federal regulations and apply them to policies and operations Ability to lead an effective meeting Knowledge of personal computers and related hardware, electronic mail, the Internet, office software, document imaging, etc. Ability to excel as a productive and positive team member Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, patrons, and the publicAbility to contribute to a positive work culture that fosters excellent customer service and teamwork
Education and Experience: Degree or equivalent experience: Master’s Degree in Library Science highly preferred Years of experience: At least 5 years of library experience, including at least 2 years of administration preferred Specialized training in: Library Science, Management, Personnel Management Certification: Must hold or be eligible to hold Indiana State Library Certification LC4 or higher
Physical Demands: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, occasionally climb or balance, and to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Extended periods of sitting and using computers are common. Extended periods of standing may be required. Occasional extended periods of walking may be required.
Work Environment: While performing the responsibilities of the job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The employee may occasionally be exposed to chemicals used in common cleaning products. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate but may occasionally be loud when around machines. In general the majority of the work day will be in an office environment.
Conclusion: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.