Library Director – Wiggin Memorial Library (Stratham, NH)

Vermontlibraries; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wiggin Memorial Library in Stratham, NH, seeks a dynamic Library Director to provide leadership in a vibrant community library.

The Director will manage all library services, staff, policies, outreach, and programs, and will work closely with town departments and the Library Board of Trustees. A MLS/MLIS or related master’s degree with 5–7 years of librarian experience is required; compensation ranges from $80,000 to $100,000.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS or related master's in management, public administration, or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of librarian experience, including time as a managing librarian.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and administration of the Wiggin Memorial Library, including services, personnel, policies, outreach, and programs.
• Collaborate with town departments and the Library Board of Trustees.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Technology-savvy

Education

MLS/MLIS or related master's in management/public administration

Job description

The Wiggin Memorial Library in Stratham, NH,is seeking a dynamic and talented Library Director with proven management skills and excellent library knowledge to provide leadership in its vibrant community library. Stratham is a town of about 8,000 residents and is located in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire, between Exeter and Portsmouth.

The Library Director is responsible for the management, direction and administration of the Wiggin Memorial Library, including all library services, personnel, policies, outreach, and programs. The ideal candidate is community oriented, forward thinking, comfortable with technology, and has a personable, positive disposition. Additionally, the incumbent has demonstrated success aligning people, process and technology; excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and customer relationship skills; and is committed to excellent patron service. The Library Director works closely with other town departments as well as the Library Board of Trustees.

The position is an exempt, full-time position with a salary range of $80,000-$100,000, starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. An MLS/MLIS or a master’s degree in a field related to management, business, or public administration with at least 5-7 years of experience as a librarian some of which as a managing librarian. The Town of Stratham is an equal opportunity employer.

For further information including a full Job Description, potential candidates are directed to the Municipal Resources, Inc. website at www.mrigov.com/career or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.