Library Director

Phippsburg, Maine Seeks Library Director 

Beautiful, historic Mid Coast community seeks energetic, creative Library Director to take our small municipal library to the next level. Our longtime librarian is retiring, and the Library Board of Trustees is seeking someone who can expand patronage and programs. Strong Board support, ongoing volunteer program, and a 100-year legacy.

This is the job for—

·       An individual who wants an opportunity to hit the ground running at the start of their career

·       A mid-career professional seeking a new challenge

·       A retiree who wants a capstone to their career

What we’re most looking for:

·       Passion for books and literacy

·       Vision, with a commitment to hands-on implementation

·       Initiative and follow-through

·       Understanding of basic library science preferred

·       Willingness to work closely with the community and Board

Hours: 20+ hour flexible week with potential for some hybrid work

Compensation: Salary currently budgeted up to $17,500 annually, plus some benefits, with the potential for an increase during the Town of Phippsburg’s next fiscal year budget cycle.

Job Description and Application for download located at: http://www.totmanlibrary.org/careers/

Please send application, cover letter, and resume to: Chair – Library Board of Trustees, Town of Phippsburg, 1042 Main Road, Phippsburg, ME 04562 or [email protected].

Application materials to be accepted until the position is filled.

The policy of the Town of Phippsburg is to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other classification, status or condition protected from illegal employment discrimination by state, federal or local law.

Albert F. Totman Public Library • 28 Parker Head Road • Phippsburg, ME 04562

Qualifications

An employee filling this position at an entry level should expect that an Associates level degree and 2 years overall work experience will be required.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

Salary$17,500.00  / year

Salary Notes

Currently budgeted up to $17,500 annually; potential for an increase during the Town's next fiscal year budget cycle

Closing Date

Application materials to be accepted until the position is filled.

How to Apply

Job Description and Application for download located at: http://www.totmanlibrary.org/careers/

Please send application, cover letter, and resume to: Chair – Library Board of Trustees, Town of Phippsburg, 1042 Main Road, Phippsburg, ME 04562 or [email protected].