The public library in Richford, Vermont is a cornerstone of the community, and we’re looking for our next director! This is an exciting opportunity to build relationships, create programs for a diverse group of patrons, work with the Trustees to create the strategic plan, and purchase materials that are of interest to Richford’s community. The rate of pay for this position is $18 per hour, at an estimated 28 hours per week.  If you are a civic-minded, public-library-loving individual with appropriate experience, please email your cover letter and resume to us at librarydirector@aabrown.org.

The Library Director is the administrator of the library, managing both a community service and the facility that houses it while cultivating a welcoming space for all library users (virtual and in-person). The Director is responsible for ensuring that library services meet the needs of the community as determined by its mission and that the library’s facility is maintained. The Director works with the Board of Trustees in establishing library policies. The Director is responsible for preparing a budget for approval by the Library Board of Trustees and the Richford Town Select Board. The Director works within the budget for the purpose of operating the library. Together with the Trustees, the Director is responsible for the staffing requirements of the library, including the appointment of positions, evaluations, assignment of duties, and staff development.

Supervisory Responsibilities: The Library Director supervises all library staff and volunteers

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collection Development: Stay abreast of new publications and order new materials based on
  understanding of collection diversity and interests of the community, as well as any relevant library policies.
• Administrative Duties:
  • Supervise and provide information to staff. Plan and implement work schedules. Carry out yearly performance reviews with staff.
  • Implement library policies
  • Financial Supervision
  • Prepare annual budget for October Trustee meeting
  • Make deposits
  • Work with the bookkeeper to provide Trustees with monthly financial statement and associated information
  • Manage monthly expenditures (payroll and bills), including approving timesheets and submitting payroll to outside vendors
  • Prepare grants, as needed and comply with reporting requirements
  • Plan and execute fundraising activities with Trustees and staff, including annual fundraising letter
  • Community and Professional Connections
  • Work with the Board Chair to create agendas and materials for monthly Trustee meetings.
  • Attend and actively participate in all Trustee meetings.
  • Attend Town Meeting and Select Board meetings as required
  • Participate in professional development meetings and conferences as needed to stay connected to peers and apprised of current library developments
  • Build and maintain relationships with other community organizations such as Richford Elementary School, Richford High School, and the FLARE group
  • Field reference questions
  • Oversee planning, execution and evaluation of adult and children’s programs
  • Recruit and supervise library volunteers
  • Prepare forms and reports
  • Provide librarian reports prior to Trustee meetings
  • Complete librarian’s report with trustees for town report in January for the previous year.
  • Report statistics to the Vermont Department of Libraries in order to maintain minimum standards Annual Report
  • Manage publicity (articles to newspapers, upcoming events, calendars, flyers, etc.) and customer-facing information including website and social media accounts.
  • Maintain/oversee gathering of library statistics.
  • General Library Operations
  • Ensure that the library’s technology, for staff and library users, is up-to-date and in working order.
  • Ensure the daily tasks of the library are completed according to current policies and best practices
  • Oversee facility and equipment; troubleshoot problems
  • Other duties as assigned by the Trustees

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• General Qualifications:
  • High school diploma and relevant experience,
  • Professional Certification from the Vermont Department of Libraries (or the willingness to attain Certification within a reasonable time period of hire date)
  • Ability to organize, plan, and manage library operations including working knowledge of library collection development and circulation procedures.
  • Ability to anticipate and solve problems, offer solutions and work toward continuous improvement in all areas of the Library’s work.
  • Enthusiasm to work with internal and external customers.
  • Administrative and organizational skills
  • Adept at learning new technology and teaching others to learn new platforms (e.g., teaching patrons how to access e-books, computers)
  • Budgetary planning and fiscal management experience
  • Ability to work well with the public, build relationships with different stakeholders, and listen to the needs of the community when planning programs and ordering materials
  • Proficient in oral and written communication with diverse audiences
  • Ability to handle multiple demands, remain calm, think quickly and problem solve.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently within established guidelines

Confidentiality/Discretion: Privy to confidential patron information and business documents such as financials and organizational projections and strategies. High degree of confidentiality and discretion required.

Decision Making Authority: Make decisions that affect workflow and procedures within established guidelines. Involved in decision-making for Library planning as well as immediate and long-range planning, tactical and strategic thinking. Decisions of broad consequence may have little external input.

Physical Demands: Must be able to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, see at a distance of 20 inches or less, carry and lift 10-25 lbs. occasionally.

Language Skills: Ability to speak and write fluently and understand the English language comprehensively with the ability to also effectively communicate with children, teens, and adults on a day-to-day basis.

Communications Skills: Outstanding communication skills – excellent listening skills, effective and clear speaking and writing skills. This includes the ability to take complex issues and make them approachable and understandable for a diverse audience. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals and guides. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patrons, employees, the general public, and other stakeholders in writing and in-person including current events and issues affecting the library in a professional manner.

Technical Skills:

• Computer proficiency and detailed working knowledge of the following computer programs: Zoom, Gmail, Google Workspace Suite, Microsoft Word/Excel (or Open source substitute), and database software.
• Experience with social media platforms preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of library online cataloging (especially Koha and CLOVER), preferred.
• Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical skills and familiarity with technical reports
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to collect data, establish facts, and solve practical problems. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Work Environment: Work is generally performed inside at the library, with some outside and offsite work at meetings, events, or in the case of general upkeep (i.e. non-landscaping work such as cleaning litter or collecting books from the outside drop boxes). Work is traditionally sedentary, in front of a computer or at the front desk, however the director can expect to be moving between floors multiple times per day in order to maintain the efficient operations of the library. The second floor of the library is accessible by stairs, interior and exterior, and by a certified wheelchair elevator. Work is quiet and temperate with no day-to-day need for extensive safety equipment, however the director may need to correctly dispose of sharps or biohazards around the property in the interest of immediate safety to patrons, to which Nitrile disposable gloves are provided, with a safe disposal site located at the NOTCH Health Clinic.

Pay & Benefits: The rate of pay for this position is $18 per hour, at an estimated 28 hours per week, with the possibility of an annual raise as per the Town Selectboard Annual Budget Approval in October. Every 52 hours worked by any employee of the library is entitled to 1 hour of Sick Pay, accruing. For each year, inclusive of the first, employees shall receive 1 work week of paid vacation. All employees are allotted 1 week of paid bereavement/funeral leave per incident with additional unpaid leave to be approved by the Trustees.

– Posted 7/22/25

The Pawlet Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking a part-time Library Director. The Pawlet Public Library is known as the heart of the Pawlet community, providing a cultural and informational hub for Pawlet residents and members of the surrounding communities.

The Pawlet Public Library’s mission is to provide a leadership role in unifying the community through shared resources and meaningful experiences for all generations.

The primary responsibilities of the Director are to:

• Develop creative programming that engages adults and children
• Manage the budget and oversee the day-to-day operations of the library
• Collaborate with library staff and Board of Trustees; assist the Board in policy creation
• Secure grants for programming and capital projects; assist the Board in fundraising
• Expand library volunteer program
• Build library’s collections

Our ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, proficient writer, and be self driven to create and implement programs and events. A preferred candidate will have a Master’s degree in Library Science. Candidates without a Library Science degree must be willing to complete the no-fee Certificate of Public Librarianship program directed by the Vermont Department of Libraries within 5 years.

This part time position is 24 hours a week, with two weeks paid vacation, some holidays, and the option of participating in a retirement plan after one year. The rate of pay for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 is $25/hour.

Please send a letter of interest, resume & contact information for 3 references to: Pawlet Public Library – Director Search, P.O. Box 98, Pawlet, VT 05761, or by email to glarson.pawletpl@gmail.com. Applications received before August 11th 2025 will be considered.

– Posted 7/10/25

Job Title: Library Director
Reports To: Board of Trustees
Compensation: Salary Range based on experience $21,840 – $29,120
Our Mission: To provide friendly and safe access to materials, programs, and reference services in order to stimulate and promote personal enrichment, enhance self-esteem and enlightenment of our citizens through the diversity of our collections while keeping the personal dignity and integrity of each patron in mind.

Job Overview: The Library Director serves as the administrator of the Library, overseeing its daily operations and the development of its collection and services. This role is responsible for fostering a welcoming atmosphere while offering a wide range of services for individuals of all ages. The Director evaluates the Library’s performance and acts as its representative within the community, ensuring the implementation of policies and priorities set by the Board of Trustees.

Key Personal Attributes:

• A professional, approachable, and friendly attitude when interacting with all library visitors.
• A genuine passion for books, libraries, and assisting others in accessing the resources and services offered by the library.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively to deliver exceptional library service.
• Strong time management skills, the ability to set priorities, stay organized, and communicate effectively, while shifting focus from routine tasks to patron support as needed.
• Capacity to build and maintain positive relationships with library patrons of all ages, trustees, volunteers, committees, town officials, and staff members, including handling interactions with tact, clear communication, and fostering a harmonious community environment.
• A commitment to respecting the privacy of library patrons and trustees.
• Proficiency in using computers and office equipment for completing library-related tasks, including conducting research for patrons.
• Ability to perform physical tasks related to library operations, such as lifting up to 30 lbs., bending, and stretching.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee circulation desk operations, including check-in/check-out processes, maintaining accurate statistics, assisting patrons, cataloging new acquisitions, and ensuring catalog accuracy.
• Handle inter-library loan requests and track borrowed materials.
• Collaborate to develop programs for all age groups through a variety of modalities.
• Manage and regularly update the library's website and social media platforms (such as Facebook).
• Stay informed on trends and developments within the library profession. Must be willing to participate in public library development and continuing education opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with state requirements and recommendations, including annual reports and other evolving statewide developments.
• Upon request from the Board of Trustees, prepare and submit written reports detailing library activities, including collecting, analyzing, and reporting library statistics to the board, town, and state.

Qualifications:

• MLS and experience in library services preferred – OR – BA and Vermont Department of Libraries Certification with experience in library services considered.
• If the applicant does not possess Department of Libraries Certification they MUST be willing to work towards Vermont State accreditation and have completed within 5 years from date of hire.

This position is 56 hours per two-week period and includes being at the library 20-24 hours per week, during daytime, evening, and Saturdays. Monthly board meeting participation required.

– Posted 3/13/25