Library Services Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Harrington, DE

Position Description: This position manages the teen department of the library, including developing the teen collection, planning, coordinating, and conducting programming, and staffing the teen circulation desk, in accordance with established library policies. The person in this position is expected to provide materials and programs designed to foster literacy and an enthusiasm for learning. This position requires regular evening and weekend hours. Must be a team player, friendly, and personable. Candidate will also support the library’s desire to transform into a 21st century community center with an ethos of “people before policy”. Candidate should be passionate about impacting and improving the greater Milford community.

Primary responsibilities include:

· Initiate, plan, and conduct a variety of programs and activities to encourage the use of the library by teens.

· Oversee development and maintenance of teen collections.

· Purchase, weed, and promote teen materials.

· Oversee the library’s Teen Advisory Board.

· Assist patrons, especially teens, in use of library resources and technology, including computer/Internet use, gaming systems, and 3 D printers.

· Create promotional materials and displays to highlight teen collections and services.

· Craft and coordinate outreach to local schools, homeschool groups, and organizations. Coordinate with parents and teachers to support educational objectives.

· Partner with local agencies and organizations that serve teens.

· Inform staff on current programming.

· Assist staff in providing and assuring a safe and accessible library environment.

· Participate in County and State initiatives.

· Participate actively in trainings, meetings, workshops, and conferences to maintain awareness of developments relevant to current and future library services.

· Organize a first-rate summer reading program that engages the entire community.

· Back up main circulation desk as needed.

· Prepare regular activity reports for the Board of Trustees and other related agencies.

· Initiate and/or participate in grant writing. Stay abreast of award opportunities.

· Contribute to promotional activities including social media posts, website updates, creation of press releases, and online calendar content.

· Perform other related duties and responsibilities as may be required.

Required knowledge and abilities:

Knowledge of:

· recreational and educational needs of teens;

· current trends in library services for teens and teen literature;

· theories, principles, and objectives of library science;

· current and developing technologies;

· teens’ reading and learning resources; and

· standard library procedures, current information technology, and current trends and developments in the library field.

Ability to:

· translate teen needs into effective library services and programs;

· communicate and work effectively with the public;

· provide instruction to patrons of all ages and abilities;

· establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, officials of other agencies, and the general public;

· prioritize tasks;

· create and disseminate promotional materials;

· exercise independent judgment in implementing established policies and procedures;

· maintain records, prepare reports, maintain databases, and create spreadsheets;

· handle multiple tasks/projects.

Qualifications: A Master’s Degree in Library Science or a related field and three years of progressively responsible library experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted for education. Proven successful experiences in a work environment emphasizing shared decision making and teamwork. Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational and analytic skills, flexibility, a genuine enjoyment of the public, and the ability to handle stressful situations. Knowledge of: Internet searches/navigation, Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook), and basic computer troubleshooting. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.

Compensation: The Milford Public Library offers a generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance. 3% match contribution to employee Simple IRA, paid holidays, vacation time, and sick paid time off. Pay is commiserate with education and experience but reflects a range established by Sussex County government.

ADA Requirements: This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force to constantly move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of work frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, reaching, walking, pulling, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27,560.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend

Ability to Relocate:

• Milford, DE 19963: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person