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Carter Lake, IA Library Director

Carter Lake Public Library is seeking a qualified person to fill the position of Library Director. The Library Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the library’s day-to-day operations, personnel management, and advocating for the needs of the library within the community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Administration
    1. Hire and supervise staff
    2. Board of Trustees
      1. Prepare agenda and supporting materials for monthly board meetings
      2. Attend monthly board meetings
      3. Act as a professional and technical advisor to the library board of trustees on policy, finances, planning, library performance and laws affecting libraries
      4. Implement and interpret board policy to staff and the public
    3. Administer the library budget
    4. Manage revenue and seek donations and grants
    5. Prepare and maintain required reports and statistics
    6. Manage and maintain the physical facility, computer technology, and digital systems
  2. The Collection
    1. Develop the collection through acquisition and prepare it for use by patrons
    2. Maintain the collection through organization processes and regular review procedures
    3. Oversee circulation of materials
  3. Patron Services
    1. Assist patrons as needed
    2. Develop a wide knowledge of books, internet, other materials, and services to judge usefulness and quality for patrons
    3. Develop and maintain relationships with local schools and organizations to promote library programming and services
    4. Oversee the development of balanced programming and activities for patrons of all ages
  4. Professional Development
    1. Attend library workshops, meetings, conventions, etc.
    2. Keep informed of library developments and laws by reading current news, reports, etc.
    3. Maintain current knowledge of public library services and trends through literature review and continuing education opportunities
  5. Other Duties
    1. Teach and model excellent customer service practices
    2. Evaluate and plan for the future needs of the library with consideration to the library’s mission statement and policies
    3. Maintain effective working relationships with board of trustees, city officials, staff, and patrons
    4. Positively represent the library to the public through media, social media, and other publicity

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or related field (required)
  • State Library of Iowa Public Library Certification (must complete within 2 years of hire)
  • 2–3 years of library experience or related field (preferred)
  • 2-3 years supervisory experience (preferred)

SALARY & BENEFITS

  • $50,000 – $55,000
  • PTO
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid holidays

Library Hours:

Monday - Friday 10am-6pm

Saturday 10am-4pm

This is a full time, salaried position with evening and weekend hours

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Email letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to register@carterlakelibrary.org with the subject line of “Library Director”.

Application deadline April 1, 2024

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the typical duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions. Occasionally, the employee may be asked to perform work outdoors.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low, with occasional times of moderate noise.