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LEEDS - JANECULBRETH PUBLIC LIBRARY 

LIBRARY DIRECTOR 

Description

 The Library Director is responsible for performing a wide range of professional library work and supervising both professional and non-professional personnel. The Director supervises and monitors the day-to-day operations of the Leeds-Jane Culbreth Public Library including (but not limited to) the following: 

Duties

 

  • Sets goals and plans policies and procedures for effective library operations.
  • Oversees collection management for the library and ensures compliance with the Collection Development Policy. Ensures that library materials are circulated accurately and according to library policies and procedures and that these policies are carried out in a manner that ensures excellent customer relations.
  • Plans and oversees projects, evaluates workloads and adjusts assignments accordingly; provides communications and correspondence; and conducts studies as needed and directed. Oversees the cleaning, maintenance and repair of the building and grounds, monitors and orders supplies.
  • Keep financial records of budgeted items and submit invoices to Leeds City Hall for payment. Prepare agenda and material for Library Board meetings and serve as secretary at Library Board meetings. Prepare reports for Library Board, city and state.
  • Interviews and hires all new personnel in accordance with board and city policies.
  • Assists in providing training to staff on policies and procedures, and training to staff and patrons in the use of library automated systems.
  • Performs reference, readers’ advisory and circulation services for the public.
  • Serves as a visible and effective advocate for the library and its services to public officials and to the community at large.
  • Actively seek out, organize and conduct programs of interest to the community.
  • Organizes and provides outreach to neighborhood associations, schools and other library partners.
  • Seek grant writing opportunities to expand library services.
  • Active in Jefferson County Library Cooperative, attend City Council meetings, and active in local, state and national professional library organizations.

Knowledge and Skills 

  • Evaluate library service needs and prepare long-range plans with staff and Library Board.

·         Prepare an annual budget for approval by the Library Board and oversee all financial operations of the library in order that funds are received and disbursed in accordance with established accounting principles and applicable law and regulations.

·         Knowledge and understanding of practices, policies and procedures of library operations and services. Ability to keep up with current library trends. 

·         Understanding and knowledge of automated library circulation technology and procedures (experience with Innovative Interfaces is a plus).

·         Knowledge of library automation for online searching, Internet and electronic reference.

·         Ability to determine needs of the collection and replace out-dated materials.

·         Ability to address ongoing needs of the community and to attract new patrons.

·         Grant writing experience desired.

·         Proficiency with personal computer software and hardware required (i.e., Microsoft Office products).

·         Work with the Friends of the Leeds Jane Culbreth Library and the Leeds Public Library Foundation.

·         Ability to stand and move around on foot for long periods of time

·         Eyesight sufficient to read PC monitors and printed materials. Manual dexterity necessary for the regular use of terminals and personal computers. 

Education and Experience

 

  • A Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited program is required. Three years of professional library experience and supervisory experience preferred. 

Hours, Salary and Benefits 

  • Position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week, which may include some Saturday and evening hours.
  • Salary range $40,000 - $56,000. Salary is negotiable based on qualifications and experience.  Excellent benefits package.

Qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview and must submit transcripts from college at that time. The position will be available May 20, 2008. You must pass a pre-employment health screen before you may be employed. 

Application Closing Date March 28, 2008 

Send a letter of intent, resume and three letters of reference to: Merry Tice, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Leeds-Jane Culbreth Library, 8104 Parkway Drive, Leeds, AL  35094 

The Leeds-Jane Culbreth Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

TRUSSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

LIBRARY DIRECTOR 

The Board of Trustees of the Trussville Public Library is seeking a professional, energetic, progressive director to lead and manage library operations in a rapidly growing community northeast of Birmingham, Alabama.  

The City of Trussville is administered by a mayor and five-member city council. The library director works under an active Board of Trustees. The library is scheduled to begin a major library expansion in the near future. The director manages an annual budget of $1 million and supervises a customer-friendly staff of 14, including 12 full-time and two part-time staff. The library has a materials collection of 260,000 items and serves a population of 30,000 to 35,000. 

The ideal candidate will hold a clear vision of the Trussville Public Library as a service-driven organization and will come with a full repertoire of ideas and experience in assessing and meeting the needs of a community bursting with growth.   

The successful candidate should have a Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited program. In addition, he/she should have at least five years of supervisory experience in public or private library administration and have experience in budgeting and financial management. 

Salary is negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Salary range is $53,000 to $82,000.  A comprehensive benefits package is also provided. 

To apply, please submit the following: 

·         Letter of application.

·         Detailed resume.

·         One-page statement of your management philosophy, community relations skills, and professional goals.

·         Three professional references. 

Send to Library Director Search Committee, Ms. Debbie Waid, Board Chair, 336 Edgeview Avenue, Trussville, AL  35173 no later than April 15, 2008.

Qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview and must submit college transcripts at that time. Selected applicant must pass a pre-employment health screen before being employed by the Trussville Public Library.  

The Trussville Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA LIBRARIES

HEAD, DIGITAL SERVICES 

The University of Alabama seeks an enthusiastic, dynamic professional with vision and strong technical and management skills to fill this position. Working closely with the Curator of Special Collections and reporting to the Associate Dean for Library Technology, the Head of Digital Services plays a major role in coordinating, directing, strengthening and expanding the libraries' digitization program.   

Requirements 

  • Terminal degree in a relevant field.
  • A minimum of two years' hands-on experience working in a digital collections environment involving at least two of the following: digital capture and manipulation, metadata, digital asset management, and storage and preservation of digital objects.
  • Experience with Web site development and working knowledge of markup languages.
  • Demonstrated understanding of all aspects of managing a digital services unit.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and supervisory skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse groups both within and outside the University community.
  • Evidence of potential to meet University requirements for promotion and tenure.
  • Ability to meet professional standards and competencies such as those set forth by the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries (ASERL) http://www.aserl.org/statements/competencies/competencies.htm.

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Experience managing a digital production operation.
  • Program planning and grant writing and management experience.

Environment 

Major external funding guarantees an ongoing and diversified digital program. A fully-staffed Office of Library Technology provides technology development, implementation and management in support of digital initiatives. The university maintains membership in the Association of Research Libraries, SPARC, the Coalition for Networked Information, Association of Southeastern Research Libraries (ASERL), the Center for Research Libraries, SOLINET and the Network of Alabama Academic Libraries. The libraries use the Voyager Integrated Library System and OCLC's CONTENTdm digital resources management system.  

The libraries' homepage may be accessed at http://www.lib.ua.edu.  

Salary & Benefits 

  • 12-month tenure track appointment.
  • Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. 
  • Strong benefits including professional development support and tuition fee waiver.
  • Moving allowance available.

To Apply 

Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references to:

Ms. Angela J. Wright, Human Resources Officer, The University of Alabama Libraries, Box 870266, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0266

 

The position will remain open until filled.

 

HUNTSVILLE-MADISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

LIBRARY DIRECTOR

 

The Huntsville-Madison County Public Library Board seeks a professional, progressive director who can lead this thriving library system to greater heights.

 

This high-tech city and county in northern Alabama, just 100 miles south of Nashville, is economically prosperous and bursting with growth. It has a main library, complete with an art gallery and international media center, and 11 branches, plus impressive outreach services delivering programs and materials to seniors and preschoolers in need.  

 

The next director must be able to lead a customer-friendly staff of 117 FTE in this inviting cosmopolitan community, home to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center and other research and development firms.

 

Highly qualified candidates will have an MLS; other combinations of education, skills, and abilities will be considered. The salary is negotiable from $90,000, and the position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

 

Applications received by March 11 will get priority. For more information on the job, visit www.dubberlygarcia.com.

 

 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT IMLS

PROGRAM OFFICER 

 

The Institute of Museum and Library Services is inviting applications for a program officer position in the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian program. 

 

Candidates with a specialization in library and information science (including archival science, and in either formal or continuing education) are encouraged to apply. The position will be filled at either the GS-12 or GS-13 level, with a salary range of $69,764 to $107,854 per annum. 

 

For more information see the vacancy announcement at http://www.imls.gov/about/0808.shtm. 

The closing date for applications is March 21, 2008.

 

 

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH ALABAMA

DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES  

The University of North Alabama (UNA) seeks applications for the position of Director of Library Services. Reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs/Provost, the Director provides collaborative leadership to develop and implement a shared vision of the library in support of the University’s mission. This position holds faculty status and rank. Review of applications will begin on March 5, 2008, and continue until the position is filled.  

Responsibilities 

UNA seeks an experienced, effective leader to guide the provision of evolving, relevant library services. As chief administrator of Collier Library the Director provides vision, leadership, and accountability through collaborative strategic planning and assessment, policy development and implementation, budget preparation and administration, integration of appropriate technology, supervision of faculty and staff, support for professional development, and consortial collaboration. In cooperation with the campus community, the Director of Library Services develops and guides initiatives that support the learning, teaching, research, service, and administrative goals of the University. Working within a system of shared governance, the Director represents the library and its faculty/staff to internal and external stakeholders.  

Required Qualifications 

·         ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and/or information science (or its equivalent)

·         Evidence of recent successful academic library experience in progressively responsible roles

·         Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

·         Strong management and leadership skills in a collegial environment

·         Commitment to participatory decision making

·         Ability to create and sustain effective collaborative relationships internally and externally

·         Demonstrated effective budgetary experience

·         In-depth understanding of emerging trends and issues in academic libraries

·         Demonstrated commitment to the recruitment, professional development, and retention of a talented and diverse workforce

·         Strong commitment to providing excellent library services, resources, and facilities

·         Thorough knowledge of academic library operations  

 

Preferred Qualifications 

·         Additional earned advanced degree(s) in appropriate field(s)

·         Five or more years in academic library administration

·         Successful experience supervising and evaluating faculty and staff

·         Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, assessment, and problem solving

·         Demonstrated record of scholarly/professional involvement and achievement

·         Demonstrated leadership, organizational ability, and initiative

·         Experience with library consortia and resource sharing

·         Understanding of computer systems and technology

·         Record of successful implementation and management of emerging technologies

·         Commitment to responsive, innovative service, outreach, and maximization of resources

·         Knowledge of trends in scholarly communication

·         Understanding of academic culture and the needs of faculty, staff, and students regarding information resources, services, and technology

·         Demonstrated support for continuing education and professional development opportunities for all library employees

·         Familiarity with academic accreditation processes  

Salary/Benefits 

Salary and rank are commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University offers excellent benefits.  

Application Process

Submit application electronically at http://jobs.una.edu Applicants must supply an electronic copy of their cover letter, résumé/cv, contact information for three references (email, telephone, postal address), plus transcripts.

Official graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required before an offer of employment can be made; mail transcripts directly to the Office of Human Resources: Director of Human Resources and Affirmative Action, UNA Box 5043, Florence, AL 35632-0001.  

UNA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. UNA seeks a wide range of applicants for this position so that one of our core values, ethnic and cultural diversity, will be affirmed.