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Jobs at the Library
Library Director
The City of Monona, Wisconsin, a community of 8,000 on Lake Monona in the highly desirable Greater Madison area, seeks a Director responsible for all aspects of library administration. The position requires strong management and communication skills, an ALA-MLS, eligibility for Wisconsin Grade 1 Public Librarian Certification, and five years of progressively responsible library experience, including experience in an administrative capacity. Experience in management in a union environment and with the Wisconsin Mediation Arbitration Law a plus. Requires a candidate with a strong technology background and experience with integrated library systems. The library is part of the LINK consortium with 51 other libraries sharing a Dynix system and migrating to Koha. The library is heavily used, has one of the highest per capita circulations in the state, and was recently named the 2010 Wisconsin Library of the Year. Salary range $55,000 - $62,000 with excellent benefits. See below for complete position description.
If interested, send cover letter and resume to the Library Search Committee at mononalibrarysearch@gmail.com. Applications accepted until October 1, 2010 or until position is filled. The City of Monona is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
City of Monona
LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Job Description
The City of Monona, Wisconsin seeks a Director responsible for all aspects of library administration. Recently named the 2010 Library of the Year by the Wisconsin Library Association, the library board, staff, and volunteers seek a partner in providing a treasured place for our community and its citizens. We believe that a core set of principles is essential to that goal:
- Service
Our goal is engaged, personable, and proactive service that makes every patron feel welcome, respected, served, and eager to return. - Programming
We strive to provide an engaging mix of programs that bring entertainment and insight to a diverse range of children, families, and adults. - Collections
We secure public access to a world of human discovery through a fresh and dynamic resident collection and a growing network of global resources. - Community Space
We take pride in providing a safe, clean, and welcoming facility for library patrons and community users. - Accountability
We respect the public trust through effective financial management, responsive leadership, and efficient operations.
Unless otherwise stated, all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications stated herein are essential functions of this position.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Under the general direction of the Library Board, and supervision of the City Administrator, works with the Library Board and staff to plan and carry out a comprehensive program of library services for area residents. Responsible for the administration and operation of the library, and the supervision of library staff.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are standard for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive; other duties may be required and assigned.
- Management & Supervision
- Hires, recommends for promotion, disciplines, and dismisses library staff as directed by the Library Board and in accordance with collective bargaining agreements. Solicits and trains, or has other staff train, library volunteers in performing routine library tasks.
- Supervises library staff and delegates responsibilities to appropriate staff as needed.
- Trains staff members in conducting basic reference interviews and in providing good reference service. Encourages staff to develop a thorough knowledge of the library’s collection and of other area and online information resources.
- Ensures that staff understands the service-oriented nature of public library work and the critical need to maintain positive relationships and attitudes with patrons.
- Ensures that all library staff members are evaluated at least once per calendar year and encourages staff members to improve their job performance. Periodically reports the status of evaluations, including staff-related problems/issues to the Library Board.
- Systems and Financial Controls
- Oversees the library’s computers, integrated system and LAN.
- Oversees the maintenance of all necessary library statistical and financial records.
- Prepares a budget that will enable the library to meet its objectives and goals. Periodically reviews the budget and recommends to the Library Board any changes needed to better meet the library’s objectives and goals.
- In cooperation with the Public Works Department and the City Engineer, ensures proper maintenance and repair of the library building and its contents. Ensures a safe and orderly environment for staff and patrons.
- In cooperation with the City Cable Coordinator, jointly manages the use of the Community Media Room.
- Ensures that the library provides a welcoming environment.
- Governance and Community Engagement
- Prepares agendas and necessary informational materials regarding library operations and issues for the Library Board. Attends Library Board meetings and arranges for minutes to be taken.
- Prepares reports on the library’s progress, activities, and needs, in consultation with the Library Board, for the Mayor, City Administrator, and City Council.
- Represents the library in contract negotiations with any unions authorized to represent library employees. Keeps the Library Board informed throughout the bargaining process.
- Assists the Library Board in developing both long-term and annual goals and objectives for the library.
- Exercises leadership in the development and improvement of library services in the community, area library system, county, and state.
- Continues professional development by attending library workshops, conferences, and seminars, and by reading professional literature.
- Publicizes library services and programs through web-based media, local newspapers, cable TV, brochures, bibliographies, and displays.
- Serves as or designates a liaison between the Library and the City Administrator, other city departments, the Friends group, and the Foundation to ensure effective service and cooperation. Ensures that a liaison exists between the library and the schools and community organizations.
- Continually evaluates the informational, recreational, cultural, and educational needs of the community, and in cooperation with the Library Board and staff, plans, develops, and administers library policies and programs to meet those needs.
- Collection Development and Stewardship
- Oversees the selection of library materials to meet the informational, recreational, cultural, and educational needs of all patrons.
- Supervises the classification, organization, and maintenance of materials in the collection, including weeding of materials as necessary. Ensures that patrons can conveniently find items and information they need.
- Is knowledgeable of and uses the information resources available from other libraries, the library system, and other sources in the community, county, and state.
- Recommends library materials or information resources suited to the needs and interests of patrons. Encourages staff to develop skills in readers’ advisory work.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of library and information science, techniques, systems, and procedures.
- Knowledge of modern methods of library organization and administration.
- Knowledge of current library technologies and emerging trends.
- Ability to supervise and motivate others; the ability to evaluate the work of others and to delegate responsibility.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, employees, city administrative and elected officials, and the public.
- Excellent oral and written skills; the ability to prepare clear and detailed reports.
- Knowledge of library materials and the ability to acquire an extensive knowledge of the local library collection.
- Knowledge of the community or the ability to acquire such knowledge; the ability to evaluate community needs and develop library services and programs to meet those needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; to talk, and to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, and crouch. The employee is occasionally required to kneel, climb, or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters degree in library science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible library experience, including experience in an administrative position.
- Eligibility for or possession of Grade 1 Library Certification from the State of Wisconsin.
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