Job Opportunities

LIBRARY DIRECTOR POSITION

The Sidney Memorial Public Library, Sidney, New York, seeks an energetic and enthusiastic candidate for the position of Library Director. As a community that values education, we benefit from secure funding as a School District Public Library. The successful applicant must be able to provide management and leadership for the main library in Sidney and two branch facilities. The main building is a modern facility located in the Village of Sidney.

Anticipated start date: October 15, 2018.

Highlights of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Develops and recommends an annual budget and administers expenditures of funds within budget constraints
• Recommends policies and advises the Board on operational, fiscal, staffing and facilities matters
• Assures that the materials selected and the services provided meet the needs of the patrons and represent a judicious expenditure of funds
• Determines staffing requirements and hires personnel; assigns duties, defines staff responsibilities, establishes lines of authority and delegates work to library staff
• Assures that the physical facilities, grounds and equipment are properly maintained, updated and safe for use
• Envisions and interprets community needs, developing new programs and services for all segments of the community
• Represents the library in the community and governmental, organizational and professional affairs and activities

Qualifications: Possession of a Master’s degree from an ALA accredited library school. The ideal candidate must also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A minimum of three years of professional experience is desired.

Compensation: Salary range is $58,000-$62,000 commensurate with experience, and a competitive benefits package is included.

To apply: Submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references to: David J. Dewey, Sidney Memorial Public Library, 8 River Street, Sidney, New York 13838 or by email to si.jobs@4cls.org.

Applications will be accepted through July 15th 2018.