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Assistant Library Director, Norwell Public Library (Norwell)

Town of Norwell Opening - Assistant Director, Norwell Public Library

OVERVIEW
The Norwell Public Library (NPL), built in 2021, is a BSA design award winner for the building’s natural light,
two reading porches and overall connection to nature in its wooded setting for all to enjoy. NPL offers an
open, accessible and strong collaborative team environment with a focus on satisfying patrons’ needs of all
ages, backgrounds, and abilities. All staff positions, including the Assistant Director, are affiliated with the
Personnel Plan. We offer an exciting opportunity for a talented library professional who wants to be an
important member of our vibrant learning, recreational and social environment.  

In addition to working with a great staff, the incumbent is eligible for BCBS New England HMO Health Insurance (60/40 split) and $10,000 Basic Life (50/50).

Benefits include:  Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal, holiday), Pension through Plymouth County, College Loan Forgiveness eligibility; voluntary benefits such as Dental, Vision, Supplemental Group Life for Employee & Spouse, Flex Savings Plans, Short Term Disability Plan

JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Library Director works under the direction of the Library Director to address a broad range of
library functions. Duties include overseeing the library circulation staff (including substitutes) and operations,
ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures. Assists the Library Director with the budget,
personnel, materials acquisitions, facilities, and other library functions. Responsible for managing the library in
the absence of the Director and is on call in the event of afterhours emergencies when the director cannot be
reached. Performs administrative duties to include weekly payroll, invoices, staff scheduling, a monthly
financial report including personnel and operating expenditures and related assignments. In conjunction with
the Young Adult/Technology Librarian installs, maintains, and troubleshoots all library technology including
hardware and software as necessary. Provides technology assistance and training to library staff and patrons.
Covers service desks as needed. Performs other duties as assigned by the Library Director.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree; a Master’s Degree in Library Science accredited by
the American Library Association is highly desired. A minimum of three (3) years of progressive professional
experience in varied library work, including at least one (1) year of supervisory or administrative experience is
required. Any equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must possess
comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of professional library work, the organization and
management of library operations, library materials and current trends in library services. Demonstrate
technological knowledge and training, excellent writing skills, organizational/evaluation skills, and business
management practices. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of
staff, patrons and others. Candidate should ideally possess administrative experience with budget, payroll,
scheduling and other library functions. Experience in delivering library technical support to staff and patrons.
Knowledge of library software and systems, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Ability to work with
frequent interruptions.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

BA/BS

Salary Range

$60,214.00 - $69,322.00  / year

Closing Date

How to Apply

APPLICATION PROCESS / DEADLINE

Interested individuals should submit a Resume, Town of Norwell Application, and the names of three
professional work references (contacted only for final candidate) in PDF format to: bchilds@townofnorwell.net
Resumes/applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Position is open until filled. An employment offer is
conditional based on the successful completion of drug screen, criminal record,& all other background checks.

Posted

2024-08-06 |  Quick link to this job