Job Description:
The Silsby Free Public Library is seeking a Library Director with well-developed professional credentials. Established in 1894 and located in the center of Charlestown, NH's historic village, the library is an important town asset and heartbeat of civic life for the community. Nestled in the Upper Connecticut River Valley, along the border of New Hampshire and Vermont, Charlestown provides a quintessential New England lifestyle.
The position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the library, supervises an Assistant Director and several part-time staff, plans and determines the library collections and acquisitions, promotes programs for all ages, works closely with the Library Board of Trustees to set policies and goals and serves as a liaison with the schools, the town government and community organizations.
The successful candidate must have effective oral and written communications, staff supervision, excellent organizational management and administrative skills, exhibit the ability to promote a welcoming and patron-oriented library, possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work both independently and cooperatively with the Board of Trustees, the town Select Board, staff, town officials and community members.
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
A bachelor's degree is required; Master's in Library Science recommended. At least four (4) years experience in the field with comprehensive knowledge of library services, principles, practices and procedures.
Benefits:
Benefits include health insurance and paid vacation.
Hiring Wage Range:
Salary is commensurate with education and experience
How to submit an application/resume:
Send resume to mspilsbury@myfairpoint.net
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://charlestown-nh.gov/pages/volunteer-employment
Closing date for submissions:
10/1/2025
The Silsby Free Public Library is seeking a Library Director with well-developed professional credentials. Established in 1894 and located in the center of Charlestown, NH's historic village, the library is an important town asset and heartbeat of civic life for the community. Nestled in the Upper Connecticut River Valley, along the border of New Hampshire and Vermont, Charlestown provides a quintessential New England lifestyle.
The position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the library, supervises an Assistant Director and several part-time staff, plans and determines the library collections and acquisitions, promotes programs for all ages, works closely with the Library Board of Trustees to set policies and goals and serves as a liaison with the schools, the town government and community organizations.
The successful candidate must have effective oral and written communications, staff supervision, excellent organizational management and administrative skills, exhibit the ability to promote a welcoming and patron-oriented library, possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to work both independently and cooperatively with the Board of Trustees, the town Select Board, staff, town officials and community members.
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
A bachelor's degree is required; Master's in Library Science recommended. At least four (4) years experience in the field with comprehensive knowledge of library services, principles, practices and procedures.
Benefits:
Benefits include health insurance and paid vacation.
Hiring Wage Range:
Salary is commensurate with education and experience
How to submit an application/resume:
Send resume to mspilsbury@myfairpoint.net
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://charlestown-nh.gov/pages/volunteer-employment
Closing date for submissions:
10/1/2025
