Job Description:
The Abbott Library in Sunapee, New Hampshire is seeking a dynamic and talented library professional with proven management experience and excellent library skills to provide leadership in its vibrant community library. This individual will work closely with the Library Director in the management of the library and is responsible for the library in the Director’s absence.
The ideal candidate is strategic, flexible, positive, creative, patient, decisive, and technologically adroit. Additionally, the ideal candidate has demonstrated success aligning people, process and technology; excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and customer relationship skills; and is committed to excellent patron service. A finely tuned sense of humor is not required but highly beneficial.
Day-to-day responsibilities include collection development and management, working with the Library Director to manage the budget for adult and non-print collections, assisting with scheduling outside events, processing and cataloging, leading adult programming efforts, which include planning and leading a monthly book discussion group, and assisting with staffing the circulation desk.
Requirements:
Master’s degree in library science or equivalent library experience is preferred. Prior experience working in a public library is preferred. Prior library managerial experience is preferred.
Benefits:
This full-time position comes with a generous benefits package including health and dental insurance, paid sick and vacation time and enrollment in the New Hampshire Retirement System benefit pension plan.
Hiring Wage:
The starting hourly rate of pay is $22.72-$24.56, depending on education and experience, with the possibility of a step increase following successful completion of a six-month probationary period.
Submit an Application/Resume:
A resume and cover letter may be emailed to director@abbottlibrary.org.
Closing Date: October 27, 2023
