Library Director

The West Dennis Free Public Library is one of four private libraries in the town of Dennis.  We have been in existence since 1920 and we are currently  searching for  an innovative and energetic individual to fulfill the position of Library Director. The Director manages the day-to-day operations of the library, including the following responsibilities:

Hires, trains, supervises, and schedules staff and volunteers.  Provides reference services, technology support, and circulation assistance.  Schedules and publicizes authors, speakers, and other special programs.  Conducts collection development, including purchasing, weeding, and managing materials.  Prepares monthly reports for the Board of Trustees and annual reports for the State.  Develops library policies and procedures in conjunction with the Board of Trustees and implements those policies within the library.  Creates publicity and promotional materials for library programs and services, including a monthly eNewsletter, flyers, social media posts, and email reminders.  Attends meetings of CLAMS members, Dennis librarians, and the Board of Trustees.  Maintains the website in conjunction with Library Assistant.  Orders supplies. Manages Library Membership program.  Additional duties as assigned by the Board of Trustees or necessitated by the Library. 

This is a part-time position of 20 hours per week, typically working 4 days per week from 9:30 am to 2:30, pm 

Qualifications

Previous experience working in a library with a wide range of responsibilities and the skills to manage a small paid staff as well as numerous volunteers.. Experience with the KOHA and Aspen platforms are preferred. 

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

BA/BS

Salary$30.00  / hour

Closing Date

Open until filled

How to Apply

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Clint Cave, President of the West Dennis Library Board of Trustees, at [email protected]