Assistant Director, Wellesley Free Library

Are you an experienced, organized professional who can juggle multiple tasks, change gears quickly, and work independently while playing a leading role in team management?  The Wellesley Free Library seeks its next Assistant Director - a strong communicator who is well-versed in municipal government and is a fearless, flexible and fun team leader. In addition to being outgoing, confident, perceptive, strategic and politically savvy, this position requires a high level of emotional intelligence and attention to detail. The successful candidate values: a positive attitude; attention to detail; the expertise of a knowledgeable staff; thoughtful innovation; and creative approaches to building upon the Library's history of excellent patron service. 

The Assistant Director forms productive relationships and partnerships with community leaders, patrons, supporting organizations, performers, programs, and libraries in Massachusetts. The Assistant Director supports the Director to transform big ideas into strategic results-driven initiatives; recruits, develops, and motivates an outstanding staff; promotes inclusion and diversity; and effectively communicates and promotes the Library’s mission, goals, and objectives to the broader Wellesley community. 

The work schedule is typically M-F and may include evenings or weekends, as needed.

The Town of Wellesley is an extremely active, supportive, and well-educated community located 15 miles west of Boston, MA. Currently, the Library has a staff of over 70 people equivalent to 37.7 FTE.  

Qualifications

The requirements are: Master's degree in Library and Information Science and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public library operations, including supervisory experience.  Please see the job description for additional requirements.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range$76,894.00 - $116,802.00  / year

Salary Notes

with an excellent benefit package

Closing Date

April 4, 2025

How to Apply

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department, Town Hall, 525 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02482 or e-mail as a Word document or PDF to [email protected] by April 4, 2025.  AA/EOE