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Library Director - Hollidaysburg Area Public Library
The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library , located in the Borough of Hollidaysburg in Central Pennsylvania, is seeking a dynamic, community-minded leader for the position of Library Director. The library serves a diverse population in the Hollidaysburg Area School District and nearby areas (service area population: 24,043) and is a member of the Blair County Library System. The library is a friendly and welcoming place where the staff knows most of the patrons by name, and also enjoy serving patrons from all over the area who come for programming and other resources. It is a community-minded library with strong partnerships with neighbors, surrounding schools, local businesses and the Borough. The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library is grateful to have a very active Friends group that fundraises and volunteers year round.
Position Summary: The library director plans, organizes, directs, evaluates, and reviews the library resources and programs to respond to the needs of the community. Duties include preparing and implementing the library’s short and long-term goals; developing and monitoring budget resources; community outreach; and supervising staff and services. This is carried out under the executive direction of the Library Board, in accordance with Board policies and objectives.
Job Requirements:
Master’s degree in Library Science from ALA accredited program
Public Library Certification as a professional librarian from the Pennsylvania Department of Education
FBI and PA Criminal Background Checks and PA Child Abuse History Clearance
Preferred two years of progressive library experience
Demonstrated and successful leadership role in a community or non-profit organization
Non-profit fundraising, development, and grant writing experience
Interpersonal skills to collaborate with various internal and external groups
Strong oral and written communication skills
Essential Functions:
Manage the day-to-day operation of the library
Lead, develop, administer, and coordinate the work of the library staff
Perform managerial duties related to personnel, scheduling, budget, payroll and benefits, collection development, and building maintenance
Work with staff to present a broad range of activities for children, teens, and adults
Prepare all required County and State reports
Coordinate fundraising and Library development
Support established fundraising events and help to envision new opportunities
Pursue financial support on local, state, and national levels
Identify and write grant applicationsCollaborate with the Board of Directors
Identify, review, and fulfill the mission, vision, and values of the Library
Evaluate Library performance and effectiveness
Develop, review, and implement Library policies and procedures
Review, update, and implement the strategic plan as needed
Monitor, identify, and address relevant financial, operational, staffing, and facility matters
Develop and maintain relationships with the community, including local governments, businesses, schools, community service organizations, Friends of Hollidaysburg Library, and the Blair County Library System
Represent the Library at meetings and workshops
Attend community events
Salary: $40,000 to $50,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Job Hours: Salaried full-time 35-hour work week, as well as occasional evening and/or weekend hours.
Benefits: 13 paid holidays per year, Two weeks of paid vacation for the first year, 12 personal days per year, Health benefits, and Retirement
This is being posted on behalf of the Hollidaysburg Area Public Library Board of Trustees.
Additional Info
Job Type : Full-Time
Education Level : Masters in Library Science
Type of library : Public Library
Hourly or salaried position? : Salaried position
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