Director
Delmar Public Library
Director, Delmar Public Library, Delmar, DE. This library is an independent, non-profit, privately-incorporated library operating within an association of county government and independent libraries in Kent and Sussex Counties. The library offers a community meeting room and 11 public computers with internet access. The library has 10 full & part time staff. The Library Commission and the Director jointly develop library goals and objectives in order to meet the needs of the Community. The Director reports to the Library Commission.
Responsibilities include managing the library staff and volunteer programs. Financial aspects of the position include drafting the operating budget, handling funding within budget guidelines, and working with government and community sources to increase library funding. The Director supervises facility maintenance and contributes expertise to new facility development. The Director selects, expedites, and installs appropriate new technology and media within the library infrastructure. The Director develops and maintains library programs that meet the needs of the community.
Required qualifications include an ALA-accredited MLS, management experience, and ability to communicate effectively and personably with people of all socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds. Computer skills, with emphasis on networks, internet applications, library automation, and construction experience are necessary for this position. Salary based on education and experience. Reply to Delmar Library Commission, 101 N Bi-State Blvd, Delmar, DE 19940 or Fax 302-846-3408. Application deadline February 15, 2010.
posted 1/28/2010
Bookkeeper
Delmar Public Library
Delmar Public Library seeking bookkeeper, flexible hours. Must be fluent with Quick Books, payroll, A/R, A/P, financial reporting. Business degree preferred or equivalent experience. Salary based on experience. Reply to Delmar Library Commission, 101 N Bi-State Blvd, Delmar, DE 19940 or Fax 302-846-3408. Application deadline February 15, 2010.
posted 1/28/2010
Head of Adult Services (Librarian II)
Dover Public Library
The Dover Public Library seeks a Librarian II, Head of Adult Services. The essential function of the position within the organization is to manage the library department of responsibility. The position is responsible for staff supervision, planning, training, policy, procedures, collection development, customer service, and reporting. This position directly supervises two MLS librarians and manages all adult reference, readers' advisory, and programming. Assists with collection development, bibliographic instruction, staff training, and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will be a tactful, customer service-oriented professional. As a member of the library's management team, the person in this position will be responsible for assisting with the creation and implementation of library policies and procedures. Some evening and weekend hours are required. This position reports to the Library Director. Requires an ALA accredited MLS and three to five years of library experience, preferably with two years of supervisory experience. The library, in the heart of historic Dover, the state capital, has 23 staff, a collection of 100,000 volumes, and is the countywide reference center. To apply, submit a resume, three references, and a City of Dover employment application to: City of Dover, Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 475, Dover, DE 19903. An application can be obtained from the Human Resources Department at City Hall or on the website www.cityofdover.com. EOE/AA.
Salary range: $42,494-58,698
posted 1/22/2010
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