Library Director – Grand Isle Free Library (Grand Isle, VT)

The Grand Isle Free Library (Vermont) has an opening for Library Director.  The Director is responsible for all facets of running the library including but not limited to day-to-day operations, maintaining a welcoming environment, programming, interlibrary loans, input on the annual budget, carrying out policies and working with the Board of Trustees. Input on the planning and design of a new library building, expected to open by end of December 2026, would be welcome and beneficial.
 
The position is currently part-time – 26 hours per week, 20 of which are open Library time. Salary commensurate with experience/qualifications; benefits provided. Applicants should have a working knowledge of basic public library concepts and resources and possess a Library Science Degree/Vermont Certificate of Librarianship or be in active pursuit of either.  Those interested in the position may provide a cover letter and resume by November 21, 2024 to Karen Allen by e-mail to: k.allen@grandislevt.gov.
 
– Posted 11/7/24

Associate Director – Biomed Libraries, Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine (Hanover, NH)

The Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries, part of the Geisel School of Medicine and the Dartmouth Libraries, is continuing our search for an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented leader to be our Associate Director for Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries.

The Associate Director reports to the Associate Dean for Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries and is a member of its management team. This position oversees the Education and Information Services and the public services provided to Geisel and Dartmouth Health communities. This includes outreach and engagement, planning programs and services, technology support, and creating programs to support initiatives at Geisel and Dartmouth Health.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provides operational leadership for public services areas of the Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries to propose, develop, implement, and evaluate the core services based on the strategic goals of the Geisel School of Medicine, the Dartmouth Libraries, and Dartmouth College.
  • Directly oversees 5-8 staff members; conducts performance reviews; plans or directs activities among team members, resolves conflicts as necessary. Identifies and develops solutions to complex problems, requiring substantial analysis and knowledge. Key participant in the strategic planning efforts of the medical school and library.
  • Oversees the departments of Education and Information Services, including management of the library spaces, department staffing, and programs and services. Responsible for coordinating outreach and engagement efforts for the library to the Geisel and DH communities.
  • Advocates for staff, promoting a workplace culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging.

This opportunity comes at an exciting time. Geisel and the Dartmouth Libraries have launched strategic plans, and our libraries are positioned as strategic partners in new research, education, and clinical efforts.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications; minimum $108,700. Full benefits package including 22 vacation days; comprehensive health care; retirement plans, including Fidelity and TIAA; and relocation assistance.

The Libraries and Geisel School of Medicine

The Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries consist of the Dana Biomedical Library on the medical school’s Hanover campus and the Matthews-Fuller Health Sciences Library at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC). Our mission is to provide health and life sciences information resources and services that advance research and scholarship, education, and patient-care activities.

The Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, founded in 1797, strives to improve the lives of the people it serves: students, patients, and local and global communities. Its vision is to be a values-driven leader in education, research, and professional practice. The Dartmouth Libraries support the students, staff and faculty of the School of Arts & Sciences, the Thayer School of Engineering, the Tuck School of Business, the Geisel School of Medicine, and the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies.

Dartmouth College and DHMC are located in the neighboring towns of Hanover and Lebanon in the picturesque Upper Connecticut River Valley on the New Hampshire and Vermont border. Dartmouth is surrounded by a vibrant, academic, and professional community offering excellent public schools, a lively arts scene, a rural setting with great natural beauty, and delicious local produce and artisanal foods. Amenities associated with urban areas of Boston, New York City, and Montreal are within a few hours’ drive.

Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries: https://www.dartmouth.edu/library/biomed/
Geisel Strategic Plan: https://geiselmed.dartmouth.edu/deansoffice/geisels-strategic-plan/
Dartmouth Libraries Strategic Direction: https://www.library.dartmouth.edu/about/about-dartmouth-libraries
Dartmouth Libraries: https://www.library.dartmouth.edu/
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth: https://geiselmed.dartmouth.edu/

Application

Review of applications is ongoing; applications will be accepted until position is filled. For the complete position description and to apply online go to: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/75896

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

– Posted 10/3/24

Director of Access, Technology, and Media Sevices – University of Vermont (Burlington, VT)

The University of Vermont (UVM) Libraries seek a director of Access, Technology, and Media Services (ATMS). We seek candidates with vision and verve; who are creative and collaborative; who will advocate for UVM’s students and faculty and for library colleagues; and who will foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
 
The director leads and supervises the dynamic work of the Access, Technology and Media Services Department. Work will include making existing services more visible and collaborating with colleagues to develop new research-support services. The director will help reimagine library service points as the library looks towards renovations of its physical spaces. Leading media services and technology services offers exciting opportunities to explore new technologies and facilitate research and education across campus.
 
Competitive candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to teamwork, and demonstrated experience or knowledge of transformations necessary in academic libraries, especially technological developments, including AI. Candidates should have fluency in common library technology, including systems similar to those employed at UVM (e.g., Alma, digital-asset-management systems, EZproxy, ILLiad, etc.) Candidates should also think creatively about expanding access to scholarship through open access and other models for producing and disseminating information—a value central to the UVM’s land-grant identity and commitment to the public good.
 
UVM recently migrated to new library service platforms and then moved into an Alma network zone this summer with four other members of the Boston Library Consortium. We’ll ask the director to think creatively and ambitiously about cooperative efforts to improve access to materials through the network zone.
 
We seek both a leader and a collaborator—someone who can help craft a vision for the department and work with colleagues to implement that vision.
 
This position provides leadership, planning, coordination, direction, and supervision for the Department’s services and its team of 20 faculty and staff. This director has five direct reports: the access services supervisor, the interlibrary loan supervisor, the digital scholarship and technology librarian, the systems and technology services librarian, and the web services librarian.
 
This position reports to the Dean of Libraries and works closely with other library directors and colleagues across UVM’s three library buildings: Howe Library, Dana Health Sciences Library, and Silver Special Collections Library. This position provides leadership in the Libraries’ planning and operations as a member of the Dean’s Council and ensures close cooperation with other library departments. Librarians at the University of Vermont hold faculty appointments without tenure. As such, librarians are expected to perform in three areas: Educational Mission (Librarianship); Scholarly and Creative Activity; and Service. Rank at time of initial hire and promotions are based upon performance in all three areas.
 
Appointment, Salary, Benefits: 
The Director has a primary appointment as an academic administrator and a secondary appointment as a Library Faculty member. Library Directors have a record of librarianship, scholarship, and service appropriate for an appointment at the rank of Library Associate Professor or above. The salary range for this position is $100,000 – $130,000. Library Faculty are not eligible for tenure.
 
Generous benefits package includes: TIAA/CREF (or alternative plan), professional development, managed health care plan, and 22 days of annual leave.
 
Inclusive Excellence Statement: 
Provide a statement on how, as Faculty and Director of Access, Technology, and Media Services in the University Libraries, you would enhance the impact of Our Common Ground Values (https://uvm.edu/president/our-common-ground), advance diversity and inclusive excellence at UVM.
 
Application Information: 
For further details about this position and to apply online, please visit our website at: https://www.uvmjobs.com and refer to posting number F3200PO. In addition to the online application, candidates are required to submit the following documents: cover letter, curriculum vitae, an inclusive excellence statement, and a list of three professional references.
 
The search will remain open until the position is filled. All appointments are subject to a successful background check. For best consideration, complete applications should be received no later than October 25, 2024. For additional information, please contact search chair Stacey Knight, stacey.knight@uvm.edu.
 
Campus Profile:
The University of Vermont (UVM), established in 1791, is a top public research university. Often referred to as a Public Ivy, UVM is the largest institution of higher education in the state, with over 12,600 degree-seeking students enrolled in nine schools and colleges, including the Larner College of Medicine. UVM is known as a small, premier research institution, combining the faculty-student relationships found at small liberal arts colleges with the resources of a major research institution.
 
The UVM Libraries, includes the David W. Howe Memorial Library, Dana Health Sciences Library, and Silver Special Collections Library, deliver distinctive and outstanding service to the campus community, the University of Vermont Medical Center, and the State of Vermont through excellence in instruction, innovation in research and scholarship, and dedication to public service.
 
UVM is located in Burlington, Vermont, which has consistently been named a top city to live in. Uniquely situated near both Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains, the surrounding area offers easy access to a variety of outdoor activities year-round. Burlington enjoys excellent school systems, a dynamic and stimulating cultural scene, and a vibrant and diverse social life. It is also within a short distance of several major metropolitan areas, including Montreal, Boston, and New York City. Further details about UVM Libraries can be found here: https://researchguides.uvm.edu/infoforapplicants.
 
The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.
 
– Posted 9/27/24

Director of Information & Instruction Services – University of Vermont (Burlington, VT)

The University of Vermont Libraries seek a user-oriented, innovative, collaborative, and experienced professional to serve as the Director of the Information and Instruction Services Department. The Director provides visionary leadership, fosters a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, facilitates communication and collaboration, and identifies opportunities to expand program strengths.

Competitive candidates will speak fluently and from experience about pedagogy and curricular development, including the ways libraries can work with colleges, schools, and departments to identify research skills expected of majors and facilitate the development of plans with disciplinary faculty to embed and teach those skills in relevant curricula.

The work of the Information and Instruction Services Department includes reference, research assistance, instruction, liaison, and outreach services for the University community and all library users. The Department also works collaboratively with other units in the Libraries to maintain reference, government information, and maps collections; it has significant roles in collection development and communications. This person provides leadership, planning, coordination, direction, and supervision for the Department’s services and its team of 9 faculty positions.

APPOINTMENT, SALARY, BENEFITS:

The Director has a primary appointment as an academic administrator and a secondary appointment as a Library Faculty member. Library Directors have a record of librarianship, scholarship, and service appropriate for an appointment at the rank of Library Associate Professor or above. The salary range for this position is $100,000 – $130,000. Library Faculty are not eligible for tenure.

Generous benefits package includes: TIAA/CREF (or alternative plan), professional development, managed health care plan, and 22 days of annual leave.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Provide a statement on how, as Faculty and Director of the Instruction and Information Services department in the University Libraries, you would enhance the impact of Our Common Ground Values (https://uvm.edu/president/our-common-ground), and advance diversity and inclusive excellence at UVM. (limit 250 words)

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

For further details about this position and to apply online, please visit our website at: http://www.uvmjobs.com and reference job posting F3189PO In addition to the online application, candidates are required to submit the following documents: cover letter, curriculum vitae, diversity and inclusive excellence statement, and a list of three references.

The search will remain open until the position is filled. All appointments are subject to a successful background check. For best consideration, complete applications should be received no later than October 11, 2024. For additional information, please contact search co-chairs Laurie Kutner (laurie.kutner@uvm.edu) and Graham Sherriff (graham.sherriff@uvm.edu).

 The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

– Posted 9/7/24

Director of Silver Special Collections Library – University of Vermont (Burlington, VT)

The University of Vermont Libraries seek a dynamic, creative, collaborative, and experienced professional to serve as the Director of the Jack and Shirley Silver Special Collections Library. The Director provides visionary leadership, fosters a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, facilitates communication and collaboration, and identifies opportunities to expand program strengths. Reporting to the Dean of Libraries, the Director oversees a busy research library with an extensive Vermont research collection, a rare book collection with materials ranging from medieval manuscripts to contemporary artists’ books, the University Archives, and a diverse digital collection. The Director develops and expands the Silver Special Collections Library’s successful teaching and research collaborations with faculty, undergraduates, graduate students, community members, and scholars. As a member of the University Libraries’ senior leadership team, the Director participates in planning, policy-making, and strategic initiatives for the University Libraries.
 
Appointment, Salary, Benefits:

The Director has a primary appointment as an academic administrator and a secondary appointment as a Library Faculty member. Library Directors have a record of librarianship, scholarship, and service appropriate for an appointment at the rank of Library Associate Professor or above. The salary range for this position is $100,000 – $130,000. Library Faculty are not eligible for tenure.

Generous benefits package includes: TIAA/CREF (or alternative plan), professional development, managed health care plan, and 22 days of annual leave.
 
Diversity Statement:
Provide a statement on how, as Faculty and Director of the Silver Special Collections Library in the University Libraries, you would enhance the impact of Our Common Ground Values, advance diversity and inclusive excellence at UVM.
 
Application Information:
For further details about this position and to apply online, please visit our website at: http://www.uvmjobs.com and refer to posting number F3181PO. In addition to the online application, candidates are required to submit the following documents: cover letter, curriculum vitae, diversity statement, and a list of three references.
 
The search will remain open until the position is filled. For best consideration, complete applications should be received no later than October 4, 2024. For additional information, please contact search chair Prudence Doherty, prudence.doherty@uvm.edu.
 
– Posted 9/4/24

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 $51,000 to $56,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and education.  A full benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, NH State Retirement System, and education reimbursement.

The Maxfield Library Trustees are also contributing a $1,000 signing bonus.

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 is preferred. Current MLS candidates are encouraged to apply.  Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides similar knowledge, ability, and skills may be considered.

Responsibilities: 

Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered fundamental to this position:

Administers and oversees all aspects of library operations, including plans and procedures; reports and presentations; personnel selection, supervision and performance evaluations; budgeting and expenditures using Quickbooks; collection development and maintenance; materials processing; oversight of building and grounds maintenance; automation and the use of appropriate technology; grant writing; programming; marketing; and vendor and community relations.

Provides positive leadership for the staff. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with library patrons and responds positively to community requests and input.  Positive working relationship and regular communication with the Library Trustees.

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.

Apply Now 

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume with examples of accomplishments, and two (2) professional references. Recent MLS graduates and candidates are encouraged to apply.  Send resumes and references to: emosermaxlib@loudonnh.org   Position is open until filled and application review begins September 9, 2024. Complete job description is available at http://maxfieldlibrary.com

All applicants are subject to background check.

Maxfield Public Library is an Equal Opportunity employer.

– Posted 8/27/24

Library Aide – The Schafer Family Library at Kimball Union Academy (Meriden, NH)

Kimball Union Academy, The Schafer Family Library located in Meriden, NH. Contact: Library Director, Asher Ellis, aellis@kua.org or library@kua.org. This part-time position is from September through May, hourly pay is $16.00 per hour.
Kimball Union Academy has a need for a library aide to work part-time hours. Hours needed include two late afternoon/early evening shifts, with some Saturday morning/early afternoons. The successful candidate must enjoy working with high school students and teachers in a boarding school setting. A current working knowledge of library systems would be a definite plus. This position reports to the Library Director.
This posting will remain open until filled.  A background check is required. This is a part-time, hourly, non-benefited position. Kimball Union is an equal opportunity employer. Please inquire for further details at library@kua.org
– Posted 8/14/24

Library Director – Sterling College’s Brown Library (Craftsbury Common, VT)

Overview 

The Library Director is the primary librarian for Sterling College’s Brown Library. The Director manages the library collections, oversees the library facility, and supervises student Library Assistants in the Work Program. The Library Director reports to the Dean of Academics.

This position is a part-time role (0.5 FTE), with specific working hours flexible and negotiable but required to meet the needs of the college. Start date is as soon as possible.

Position Responsibilities 

  • Collection Development: Evaluate, purchase, and catalog print and digital resources, accepting recommendations and requests from faculty and students.
  • Systems Management: Manage Koha, an integrated library system, and EZproxy, a web proxy server. Work with CLOVER, the statewide interlibrary loan system. Contribute to updates of the library’s website.
  • Budget: Prepare and manage an annual library budget.
  • Reports & Evaluation: Submit an annual report for the library. Analyze statistics and database usage reports.
  • Services: Assist and instruct library patrons in accessing and using print and electronic resources, and library equipment. Support circulation services and provide interlibrary loan for additional books and articles.
  • Library & Research Instruction: Conduct library orientations for new students and faculty and support use of library resources by classes upon request. Work individually with students and faculty on research needs.
  • DEI Culture: Support the advancement of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts at the library, making positive contributions to a culture of inclusion and respect.
  • Work Program: Participate in the Work College program as a supervisor of 2 to 3 Library Assistant students.
  • Committees & Councils: Participate in Faculty Council as an ex officio member, and other faculty teams, committees, and task forces as necessary.
  • Professional Development: Maintain relevant and current knowledge of library best practices through professional development and attendance at conferences and workshops. Participate in organizations such as the Vermont Consortium of Academic Libraries (VCAL) and the Vermont Library Association (VLA). Attend required college-wide professional development.

Required Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in either Library Science/Information Science, or in a subject relating to Sterling College’s curriculum,
  • Previous experience in librarianship and commitment to pursuing professional development in library studies and information science.
  • Commitment to the Sterling mission of ecological thinking and action
  • Demonstrated commitment to pedagogy that integrates multicultural perspectives in the curriculum and promotes inclusion in the classroom
  • Strong IT skills and experience with the use of digital resources to support student learning
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills, including financial and statistical record-keeping techniques

Preferred Qualifications 

  • MLS in Library Science or related field
  • Experience with Koha, Interlibrary Loan, and other integrated library systems
  • Experience with adoption of new technologies to support greater access to library resources and other learning assets.

What We Offer: 

This is a half-time, exempt, at-will position, with a projected annual salary of $24,000 – $26,000, based on experience. Benefits include:

  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation days (0-3 years of service -14 days, 3+ year of service – 21 days)
  • Paid holidays
  • Parental leave
  • Paid bereavement
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic term life Insurance
  • Long-term disability Insurance
  • Travel accident insurance
  • Retirement contribution
  • Eligibility for tuition-free course enrollment based upon length of employment and space availability.

Application Process

The position will remain open until an appointment has been made, but application review will begin immediately. Candidates should send the following materials electronically: cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references familiar with your work and capabilities associated with this position. References will not be contacted without candidate permission. The finalist must be willing to submit a driving record and criminal pre-employment screening.

Application materials should be addressed to the Hiring Committee and emailed as a single PDF file to: employment@sterlingcollege.edu

Sterling College is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin or sex in violation of Title VII. Sterling College prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. 

– Posted 8/14/24

Library Director – Richmond Free Library (Richmond, Vermont)

Richmond Free Library is a vital and valued institution in our community and we are looking for an experienced and passionate Library Director who will continue to build strong relationships, create vibrant programs and curate a collection that meet the needs of a diverse group of patrons. The Library Director will work closely with the Trustees to keep the library financially sound, develop and implement Strategic Plans, and foster a welcoming environment for all.

Our Library:  Richmond Free Library is a public, municipal library, funded by the voters as part of the Town budget and governed by an elected Board of Trustees.  Our library serves the 4,167 citizens of Richmond and the 1,301 residents of Bolton and is part of Vermont’s Home Card system.  The library is housed in a circa 1879 repurposed church owned by the Town of Richmond in the heart of our walkable downtown.  The Library also houses a community meeting space which is used for programming, town government and nonprofit organizations and is rented to the public.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversees all library operations and activities.
  • Hires and manages staff, including training, scheduling and evaluation.
  • Develops and manages the collection to serve all members of our diverse community.
  • Explores and interprets community needs to inform programming for all ages.
  • Oversees and updates library communications to the community, including through the website and social media.
  • Develops an annual budget, in collaboration with the Board of Trustees, and tracks and administers Library finances.
  • Maintains the integrity of library databases and generates reports using that data.
  • Attends monthly meetings and communicates regularly with the Board of Trustees on operational, fiscal, staffing, and facilities issues and carries out policies as adopted by the Board.
  • Works with municipal administration as a department head and adheres to Town policies (including personnel and purchasing), unless excepted by Library Trustees.
  • Oversees building maintenance, security and space rentals.
  • Collaborates with the Friends of Richmond Free Library, peer libraries and other organizations to develop and fund programming and to follow best practices .
  • Works with the Town of Richmond and Vermont Department of Libraries for contracted services, grant funding and to data reporting.

Supervisory Responsibilities: The Library Director currently supervises a staff of 5 full- and part-time employees.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • A strong commitment to meeting the needs of all citizens in our diverse community.
  • Experience in public library administration, including staff supervision.
  • Well organized and able to multi-task and provide quality customer service.
  • Positive and effective communications skills with staff, patrons, Town officials, Board of Trustees, and other constituencies.
  • Understanding of state and federal statutes regulating public libraries.
  • Strong proficiency in library technology and information systems.
  • Ability to understand and analyze new technologies to enhance library services.

Educational/Professional Requirements:

A Masters in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program and 3+ years of relevant library experience is strongly recommended.   A BA or BS degree in a related field plus a Vermont Certificate of Public Librarianship and 3+ years of relevant experience is a minimum requirement.

Hours and Compensation: This is a 32 hour/week position and the annual salary range is $54,900-$59,900, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Competitive benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, VMERS retirement plan and disability.

For more information, go to https://www.richmondfreelibraryvt.org  and click on “We’re Hiring”

To apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to RichmondVTLibrarySearch@gmail.com   The application deadline is August 15, 2024.

– Posted 7/28/24

Library Director – Troy Public Library (Troy, NY)

The Board of Trustees of the Troy Public Library is seeking a community-minded, forward-thinking individual to serve in the position of Library Director. The position combines an exciting mix of opportunities and challenges for an engaged and energetic library professional. The Director will be an experienced, effective leader with a commitment to providing our community with the very best of public library services.

Position
The Library Director is responsible for directing, planning, organizing, and coordinating all aspects of public library services and the work of the library and the staff.

Within the library organization, the Director develops and recommends policies to the Board of Trustees and implements policies as they are adopted. The Director also works with the Board to ensure that the Library's historic structures meet the current needs of our community. The Director maintains a strong working relationship and excellent lines of communication with the Board. In collaboration with the Library’s Department Heads, the Director manages a staff of 30 employees. The Director administers personnel policies and oversees annual performance reviews of staff members.

In the community, the Library Director pursues public relations opportunities and represents the library to governmental agencies and community groups. The Director participates in professional organizations, systems meetings, and continuing education workshops and other professional development. The Director works collaboratively with the Friends of the Troy Public Library.

The starting salary for this position is $90,000 – $100,000, based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

This full-time position features a comprehensive benefits package, which includes participation in the New York State Retirement System. Please note that this is a Director 1 civil service position under the Troy Civil Service Commission. Appointment to this position will be provisional, with permanent appointment contingent upon passing the Troy Civil Service Exam.

About the Troy Public Library and the City of Troy
Troy Public Library is a NYS Special District Library with a budget of approximately $1.7m and has enjoyed a recent trend of increased funding support. The library is governed by a seven member publicly elected Board of Trustees. The Troy Public Library serves its growing population of just over 50,000 from two locations. The Main Library is housed in a 127-year-old, purpose-built structure that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Library’s Lansingburgh Branch is also in a historic structure.

Troy is home to a diverse community with renowned entertainment venues and a bustling cultural scene. The region has access to many recreational activities with easy access to areas for hiking, biking, skiing, swimming and more. Its proximity to major cities such as New York City, Boston, and Montreal make Troy a very attractive place to live and work.

Minimum Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: A) Possession of a Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Master’s Degree of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from a school accredited by the American Library Association AND B) Eligibility for a NYS Public Librarian’s professional certificate at time of application. AND C) Five (5) years of progressively more responsible experience in a public library.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume, concise cover letter, and three professional references to the Search Committee at tpldirectorapplications@gmail.com. The search deadline has been extended to August 9th, 2024. Applications received after this date may be considered but will not be given priority.

– Posted 7/24/24