LIBRARY DIRECTOR

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Library Director administers the operation of the library and the delivery of library services based on the mission, goals, objectives and policies established by the Library Board. The Director serves as Treasurer and Purchasing Agent for the Library. The Director is responsible to, and serves at the pleasure of, the Library Board.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION

The Library Director is responsible for all aspects of the operation of the Library, including financial and personnel management. The Director directly supervises the Supervising Librarians and the Administrative Assistant.
Duties may include:

Assisting the Board in planning to provide library service to the community
Assuring the Library's compliance with local, state and federal regulations and laws governing libraries
Preparing and presenting budget requests to the Board and the Counties
Administering the budget and reporting on library finances
Recommending policies to the Board and administering adopted policies
Administering personnel policies
Interviewing, hiring and evaluating supervising librarians and administrative assistant
Handling staff and patron complaints, problems, concerns
Maintaining excellent relationships between the Library and the County and Town governments of the region
Representing the library to the Counties and in the community
Keeping the Board informed of developments in library standards and legislation<
Participating in professional organizations
Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Extensive knowledge of professional library service
Excellent presentation and writing skills
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Ability to manage, supervise, instruct and evaluate individuals
Ability to work in collaboration with a management team
Ability to work directly with the public in a friendly, helpful manner
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

M.L.S. from an ALA accredited library school required
Eligible for certification by Virginia Board for the Certification of Librarians required
Five years professional experience in public library administration and supervision required

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Valid VA driver's license
Subject to six-month probationary period
FLSA - Exempt
July 18, 1997