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Director, Maxfield Public Library (Loudon, NH)

LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Maxfield Public Library, Loudon, NH

The Maxfield Public Library is seeking a new Library Director who is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, professional, and possesses excellent leadership skills. 

The Maxfield Public Library recently received a modern expansion and boasts a fireplace reading area, children’s craft and activities room, and large multi-purpose meeting room with a kitchenette and an array of digital media equipment. 

Loudon is only 5 miles from Concord, the State Capitol. Other great attractions like the White Mountains, Boston, the seacoast, and skiing, are all within a one-hour drive. Loudon is a quaint New Hampshire town and nearly half of our residents are registered library card holders and patrons of the Library. The new Library Director will be leading our outstanding current staff including a full-time Youth Services Librarian.

Salary and Benefits: 

Full time, 40 hours per week, position with an annual salary range of $51,000 to $56,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and education.  A full benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, NH State Retirement System, and education reimbursement. 

The Maxfield Library Trustees are also contributing a $1,000 signing bonus. 

Requirements: 

A Bachelor’s Degree is required, with at least three years library or equivalent experience.  A Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited institution is preferred. Current MLS candidates are encouraged to apply.  Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides similar knowledge, ability, and skills may be considered.  

Responsibilities: 

Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered fundamental to this position:

Administers and oversees all aspects of library operations, including plans and procedures; reports and presentations; personnel selection, supervision and performance evaluations; budgeting and expenditures using Quickbooks; collection development and maintenance; materials processing; oversight of building and grounds maintenance; automation and the use of appropriate technology; grant writing; programming; marketing; and vendor and community relations.  

Provides positive leadership for the staff. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with library patrons and responds positively to community requests and input.  Positive working relationship and regular communication with the Library Trustees.  

Represents the Library and is actively involved with the community and makes a strong effort to involve the Maxfield Public Library in local Loudon events, functions, local grade school, and organizations.

Ensures that the Maxfield Public Library is up to date with current trends along with new and innovative ideas to ensure the best possible experience for the community.

Apply Now 

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume with examples of accomplishments, and two (2) professional references. Recent MLS graduates and candidates are encouraged to apply.  Send resumes and references to: emosermaxlib@loudonnh.org   Position is open until filled and application review begins September 9, 2024. Complete job description is available at http://maxfieldlibrary.com  

All applicants are subject to background check.  

Maxfield Public Library is an Equal Opportunity employer. 

Qualifications

 Recent MLS graduates and candidates are encouraged to apply.  Send resumes and references to: emosermaxlib@loudonnh.org   Position is open until filled and application review begins September 9, 2024. Complete job description is available at http://maxfieldlibrary.com  

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

BA/BS

Salary Range

$51,000.00 - $56,000.00  / year

Closing Date

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume with examples of accomplishments, and two (2) professional references. Send resumes and references to: emosermaxlib@loudonnh.org  

Posted

2024-08-24 |  Quick link to this job