JOB OPENING AT NYACK LIBRARY

Assistant Director/ Head of Adult Services Salary range: $80,000 – $95,000

Essential Functions:

 Hires, supervises, schedules, and completes performance reviews for all Adult, Technical Services, and Local History Staff

 Acts as Library Director in the Director’s absence and performs other duties as requested by the Director

 Guides Outreach and Programming Librarian to create programs and services that will position the Library as a strong community resource

 Leads a team of librarians to provide excellent reference, bibliographic, and database instruction services to the public

 Oversees the maintenance and acquisition of materials for the print and non-print collections, including developing material budgets and directing all de-acquisition efforts to ensure a balanced collection

 Assists in developing the overall Library budget with the Library leadership team and collaborates with the Business Manager to monitor expenditures

 Participates in grant writing to enhance library services

 Plans, supervises, and implements training for Adult Services and collaborates with other department heads in planning library-wide training

 Works with the Library Board, Director, and Staff to write and review Library policies and procedures  Participates in the recruitment and selection of staff

 Works with Maintenance Technician, Director, and Library Staff to maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for staff and patrons at the Library and tenants at Library-owned property

  Works some evenings and weekends and attends monthly Board meetings

 Serves as Chair of the Collection and Safety Committee, and serves on the Programming Committee and Social Justice Committee

 Attends committee meetings as directed

  Works with staff to maintain the Library’s website and social media accounts

 Stays informed of developments in the library field by participating in professional organizations, system workshops and meetings, and continuing education courses

Preferred qualifications:

 Good managerial and interpersonal skills  Outstanding customer service

 Experience in problem-solving

 Excellent computer and technological skills  Ability to work as part of a team

 Strong communication skills – written and oral  Familiarity with integrated library systems

 Experience with grant writing and budgeting

Education: Master’s degree (MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution

Experience: Minimum six years of public librarian experience with three years as a supervisor

To apply, email resumes and applications to tdunstan@nyacklibrary.org

Posting open until filled.

Applications can be obtained at the Circulation Desk or at www.nyacklibrary.org