Library Director - Claysburg Area Public Library

Palibraries; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One week paid vacation (first year)

One week sick leave (annual)

One personal day (first year)

Job summary

Claysburg Area Public Library seeks a Library Director for a 35-hour work week in a rural service area. Responsibilities include planning, directing, budgeting, and program development under the Library Board, with occasional evenings/weekends.

The role requires leadership in a nonprofit setting and effective community collaboration. Duties cover staff supervision, fundraising, grants, policy recommendations, reporting to the Board, and maintaining outreach across Claysburg, East Freedom, and

Qualifications

• Two years of college with nine library science credits or equivalent.
• Experience in a library system or public service preferred.
• FBI and PA clearances required for employment.
• Proven leadership in a community or non-profit setting.
• Fundraising and grant writing experience preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily library operations and administrative tasks.
• Administer library programs within policy and budget.
• Manage personnel, budgeting, payroll and benefits.
• Coordinate community programs to raise library awareness.
• Promote services through outreach and events.
• Plan and market library programs for all ages.
• Prepare monthly and district reports for the Board.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Fundraising

Grant writing

Education

Library science coursework

General college coursework

Job description

Library Director - Claysburg Area Public Library

The Claysburg Area Public Library is seeking a Library Director working approximately 35 hours per week. The library is located in a rural area serving the communities of Claysburg, East Freedom, and parts of Bedford County. It is part of the Blair County Library System and serves the Claysburg-Kimmel School District and beyond.

Salary: $27,000 to $30,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Job Hours: Full-time, 35-hour work week, including occasional evening and/or weekend hours.

• One week paid vacation the first year
• One week sick leave per year
• One personal day the first year

Position Overview:

The librarydirectorplans, organizes, directs, evaluates, and reviews the library resources, and programs to respond to the needs of the community. Duties includepreparing and implementing the library’s short and long term goals; developing and monitoring budget resources; community outreach; and supervising staff and services.This is carried out under direction of the Library Board in accordance with Board policies and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two (2) academic years of college education including nine (9) credits in Library Science from an accredited institution OR (Two) 2 academic years of college education with no credits in library science and nine (9) college credits in library science from an accredited institution.
• Experience within a library system or relevant public service experience is preferred.
• FBI and PA Criminal Background Checks and PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Demonstrated and successful leadership role in a community or non-profit organization
• Non-profit fundraising, development, and grant writing experience, preferred
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate with various internal and external groups
• Strong oral and written communication skills
  

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and/or perform all routine daily tasks associated with the running of the library
• Administer the library within the framework of the library goals and objectives, policies, and budget
• Perform managerial tasks related to personnel, budget, payroll and benefits, collection development, and building maintenance
• Coordinate and/or create community programs that increase library awareness.
• Promote library services via outreach and presentation to community groups.
• Effectively plan and advertise / market monthly library programs for children, families and adults.
• Supervise library staff
• Research grants and apply for any qualifying grants, if applicable.
• Recommend, assist in organizing and participate in fundraising activities
• Answer reference questions and assist staff with reference tasks.
• Submit recommendations for library policies and services to the Board and implement decisions made.
• Attend Board meetings as well as District meetings; attend other meetings as necessary
• Prepare library reports for the monthly Board meetings, any and all District reports, annual State report, and others as required
• Monitor the library's circulation numbers, implement programs, procedures and policies to maintain and grow the library's circulation
• Attend the minimum hours continuing education annually to fulfill Continuing Education requirements
• Maintain and/or oversee content on the website, Facebook, and Instagram pages: to be regularly updated with current events, newsletters, policies and current information
• Ensure that the library facilities, grounds, interior, printers, faxes and copy machines are maintained
• Collaborate with the board to monitor, identify, and address relevant financial, operational, staffing and facility matters.
• Develop and maintain relationships within the community, including local governments, businesses, schools, community service organizations, Friends of the Claysburg Library, and Blair County Library System by representing the Library at meetings and workshops and attending community events.
• Any other duties that may arise or are assigned by the Board.

This is being posted on behalf of the Claysburg Public Library Board of Trustees.

Images

Additional Info

Job Type : Full-Time

Type of library : Public Library

Hourly or salaried position? : Salaried position

What is the pay range? : $27,000 to $30,000 per year