Assistant Library Director/Reference Librarian

Assistant Library Director/Reference Librarian

C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District is taking applications for the position of Assistant Library Director. To apply, please submit a Cover Letter and Resume by mail, in person or via email. Full job description can be found here. Applicants will have until January 31, 2025 to submit a Cover Letter and Resume. For more information about the Library and its history, check out our Who We Are page.

Company Overview:

C.E. Brehm Memorial Public Library District is in Mt Vernon, IL in Jefferson County (approximately 140 miles southeast of Springfield, IL, 80 miles east of St Louis, MO, and 90 miles west of Evansville, IN) The Library has a service population of just over 36,000 residents. The Library was established as a City Library in 1899, and became a District Library in 1989, expanding the District to its current size (15 townships) in 2003.

Population:

Jefferson County, IL: 37,113 Mt Vernon, IL: 14,600 Service population is 36,213.

Job Summary:

Assistant Library Director/Reference Librarian supports the Library Director in implementing the decisions and policies of the Board of Directors in compliance with the State of Illinois Public Library District Act of 1991. They also supervise the Reference Department and Adult Services/Programming.

• Job Type: Full-Time (On-Site)
• Job Duration: Indefinite
• Salary: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00
• Min Experience:  5 Years library experience
• Min Education: Library Degree (Master’s Degree preferred)
• Job Category: Administration/Management

Duties and Responsibilities

*Please Note: This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The Library Board reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. 

• Oversee library operations when Director is absent
• Supervise staff on second floor
• Work closely with Director and all staff
• Assist with collection development
• Develop and plan programming for Adult Department
• Prepare monthly staff schedules
• Give support to other supervisors
• Work closely with Illinois Heartland Library System automation and cataloging staff
• Become familiar with E-rate
• Learn how to write grants
• Learn legal issues related to district libraries
• Assist with Tech Services and cataloging responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned by Director

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, disability status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, political affiliation or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.  

Requirements

Competencies and Qualifications:

• Degree in Library Science (and a minimum of 5 years Library experience)
• Supervisory experience
• Knowledge of library operation
• Cataloging experience (preferred)
• Ability to engage in public relations with all ages

**Education and Experience: **

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution (preferred).
• Three years of supervisory, management and administrative experience.
• Five years of library experience.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Participation in IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
• Most holidays
• Paid time off