Library Services Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Richmond, KY

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Pulaski County, Kentucky is the third largest county by area and the fourteenth largest county by population (with over 65,000 people), in Kentucky. Pulaski County has a large tourist population, being situated on Lake Cumberland. Residents as well as tourists can enjoy local attractions such as Haney's Appledale Farm, Somersplash Waterpark, and several state parks. Downtown Somerset has also been experiencing a rejuvenation with arts and cultural spaces and events. Pulaski County also has some prominent historical figures, such as Harriet Simpson Arnow, John Sherman Cooper, and Rose Will Monroe (one of the candidates for the identity of Rosie the Riveter).

The Pulaski County Public Library Board of Trustees is looking for a motivated individual to fill the position of Library Director. The current Library building has been in operation since 2008, with the Library itself being established in 1908 as one of the original Carnegie Libraries. Not only does the Library district have a downtown branch, there are also four smaller libraries in outer parts of the county as well as a Bookmobile.

The Library Director will be appointed through a series of interviews conducted by the Board of Trustees as well as the current Director and HR Manager. The Director will help the staff of the library carry out and promote community support, communication and collaboration as well as providing patrons access to historical, recreational, educational, and cultural materials free of charge.

Pulaski County, Kentucky is the third largest county by area and the fourteenth largest county by population (with over 65,000 people), in Kentucky. Pulaski County has a large tourist population, being situated on Lake Cumberland. Residents as well as tourists can enjoy local attractions such as Haney's Appledale Farm, Somersplash Waterpark, and several state parks. Downtown Somerset has also been experiencing a rejuvenation with arts and cultural spaces and events. Pulaski County also has some prominent historical figures, such as Harriet Simpson Arnow, John Sherman Cooper, and Rose Will Monroe (one of the candidates for the identity of Rosie the Riveter).

Responsibilities: The Library Director will act as the Library board's executive officer as well as implementing policies and decisions of the Board of Trustees. Candidate will be responsible for oversight of budget proposals, expenditures, and reporting to the Library Board. The Director also is responsible for overseeing the Library's ongoing collection development plan and supervises the selection, purchase, and withdrawal of Library materials. It is also the Director's responsibility to recruit, select, hire, supervise, evaluate, and terminate library staff in accordance with civil services regulations where applicable, as well as recommending improvements in staffing, organization, salaries, and benefits to the library board. This is not an all encompassing list of duties and responsibilities, more information available in official job description.

Qualifications: The Library Director will require a Masters of Library Science Degree from an accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years Library Director experience. Candidate must be eligible for Professional Certification from the Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives. Must have management and supervisory responsibility of five years of progressively more responsible library management experience.

Compensation: Full-time, Salary 65k-75k, Exempt

Benefits: Health, Dental, Retirement

How to Apply: Submit resume to Jennifer.reynolds@puaskilibrary.com

Application Deadline: May 4, 2024

Contact Info: Jennifer Reynolds HR Manager
P: 606-679-8401
Jennifer.reynolds@pulaskilibrary.com
304 South Main St. Somerset KY 42501

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Ability to Relocate:

• Somerset, KY 42501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person