Job Description:
Due to an internal promotion, the Wadleigh Memorial Library seeks an energetic, personable, and detail-orientated individual to lead our Circulation team. The Head of Circulation facilitates a positive experience for library patrons by effectively managing all functions of the circulation department, the first point of contact for library users.
The Head of Circulation provides direct assistance to patrons through the circulation of materials while also completing the many administrative duties of the position. As a member of the library’s management team, the Head of Circulation works with the Library Director and other department heads to formulate circulation and general library policies and procedures.
Requirements/Education:
A bachelor’s degree with three years increasingly responsible library experience, including supervisory experience, is required. Previous experience with III library software is a plus. Some direct, public-facing customer experience is also advantageous. Knowledge of supervisory methods, including work delegation, scheduling, evaluating performance, and maintaining morale is expected. The ability to work with a diverse public in a friendly, diplomatic manner is essential.
This is a full-time non-exempt 40 hour per week position. Schedule includes a mix of weekday, evening, and occasional weekend hours based on the operating, staffing, and programming needs of the library; flexibility in scheduling is necessary.
Benefits:
Benefits package includes paid vacation, personal, and sick time; medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.
Hiring Wage:
Compensation is $29.00 per hour.
Considerations/Requirements:
Review of applications will begin September 21, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. All candidates will be contacted once a hiring decision has been made.
Submit an Application/Resume:
TO APPLY: Applicants should send or email a statement of their interest and qualifications, a resume, and three professional references to: Betsy Solon, Library Director, Wadleigh Memorial Library, 49 Nashua Street, Milford, NH 03055
or email "careers@wadleighlibrary.org"
URL Link: https://www.wadleighlibrary.org/employment
Closing Date: 10/01/2023
