Job Description
Seeking energetic, creative and enthusiastic individual responsible for effective management of all phases of busy children's department, serving a community of 35,000+. Includes responsibility for programming, planning, publicity, reference, reader’s advisory, collection development, website management and outreach. Supervises 1 full-time employee and 3 part-time employees plus volunteers.
ALA/MLIS and supervisory experience required. Minimum of 2 years experience in related work preferred.
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
Excellent health benefits including dental. Paid vacations and holidays.
Additional Info & Requirements
Interested applicants should apply by email to administration@cumberlandlibrary.org. Please include three references.
The Community
The Cumberland Public Library is a department of the Town of Cumberland. It is a suburban area of about 35,000 residents, close to the capital of Providence, RI and an hour ride to Boston. The Library is situated in a former Monastery on 500 acres of parkland. The 55,000 square foot Library draws patrons from northern RI and nearby Massachusetts. Besides a Children's, Adult and Teen Centers, the Library also has seven meeting rooms for programs and local community groups. The Library has both traditional and tech savvy patrons and the staff produce innovative programs.
Website
www.cumberlandlibrary.org
HR Info
http://cumberlandlibrary.org/sites/default/files/attachments/CPLApplication_1.pdf