[LIS-Forum] Library Diretor

[Anand G]

Dear Lis-forum Members
Pls go through the opening for the Library professional in USA Arizona.
 
JOB TITLE: Library Director
COMPANY: Sedona Public Library 
POSTDATE: 1/28/2009 
LOCATION: Sedona, AZ 


DESCRIPTION: 

The Sedona Public Library (SPL) Board of Trustees seeks a LIBRARY DIRECTOR with an MLS and proven library management skills. The candidate must be a dynamic, forward-thinking professional who, in addition to managing overall library operations, will work closely with an active ten member Board of Trustees. Demonstrated expertise in personnel management; experience in planning, recommending and implementing policy; budgeting; being a strong library advocate and fundraiser required. Other responsibilities include managing a staff of 13 FTEs and 75 active volunteers who provide nearly 50% of the staff hours at the library, maintaining effective partnerships with public officials and community groups, especially the Friends of the Library.
SPL is a 501 (c) 3 not-for- profit privately owned organization that is funded by the City of Sedona, Yavapai and Coconino counties, the Friends of the Library and other donations. For more information www.sedonalibrary.com.
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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Administers library services under the policy direction of the SPL Board of Trustees and reports directly to the Board.

Typical duties include supervising general and daily operations of the library; preparing, reviewing and administering policies and procedures; preparing and administering budget; training and supervising staff; supervising maintenance of the facility, including a local area computer network and planning for future improvements; facilitating programming for patrons of all ages; furnishing information on library activities, services and facilities to other agencies; attending and reporting monthly at Board meetings; preparing statistical reports; developing and implementing long-range plans; cooperating with the County Library District and its member libraries in resource sharing and library development. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends, as needed.
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum qualifications for the position include a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library science program and five to seven years of responsible library work experience with ever increasing supervisory responsibilities. A successful candidate must have strong communication skills that inspire and motivate the community, Board, staff, volunteers, elected officials and potential donors in developing and implementing a shared vision for enhanced library service.
 
Candidate must have demonstrated operational effectiveness. Essential attributes include extensive public library knowledge, thorough understanding of library technology, being highly motivated and self-directed.
 
SALARY: Salary range: $55,000 - $75,000/anum, (Rs220,000 - 300,000/month) with a competitive benefits package.

For full announcement and description, visit www.sedonalibrary.com .

Resumes submitted by February 20, 2009, considered in the initial review.





 About SEDONA
Sedona is a city and community that straddles the county line between Coconino and Yavapai counties in the northern Verde Valley region of the U.S. state of Arizona. 
 
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