The Board of Trustees of the Dalton Free Public Library is seeking an energetic, qualified, and innovative leader with at least 3 years of administrative and supervisory experience to fill the position of Library Director.  The person hired  will be responsible for the direction and over-all daily operation of the library.  Work involves overseeing all library programs, services and functions.  Duties include, but are not limited to, preparing annual budget with Library Trustees;  developing long range plan and goals; promoting community use and support of the library and involving the library in community affairs; hiring and supervising staff; applying for, implementing, and administering grant funds; ability to work with various groups in the community, including the Library Trustees, Friends of the Library, Town government, and local businesses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• MLS  preferred.
• At least  3 years of administrative and supervisory experience in library work.
• Strong management, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Broad knowledge of current software (C/W  MARS, Evergreen) and social networking .
• Excellent computer and patron service skills.

Salary:  $46,155 with benefits

Closing date:  September 10, 2012

Send letter of application, brief resume, and the names of 3 professional references to:
Judith Douville, Search Chair
c/o DaltonTown Manager
462 Main St.
Dalton, MA  01226

or email to dfplib@gmail.com

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