Job Description
Library Director needed: The Eaton Public Library is The Little Engine that Could. It’s a small-town library with big support and big participation. It needs a director that can help it get to the top of the mountain. Do you have vision, energy, and desire to fuel its continued ascent? We have a great staff, a great community, and a great facility that has the latest technology, maker space, and rock-solid programming. What we need now is a director that has the leadership, skill and commitment to keep up the momentum. Get away from the city, lead a dynamic and active library in a beautiful little Colorado town.
Requirements: This exempt position calls for a Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS), or similar advanced degree, and five (5) years of public library experience. Management or supervisory experience is important. Collaboration and networking experience important. Must have outstanding customer service skills, the ability to work independently and in close collaboration with other staff and the community, knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, good attention to details, and be passionate about the importance of a public library to the community.
Duties include but are not limited to:
· You will work with a Board of Trustees developing policies and long-term strategies
. You will have oversight of all staff, programs, services, and collections.
· You will supervise 8 employees (6.5 full time equivalent) .
. You will work with contractors and companies to maintain a safe and attractive library facility.
· You will work with all ages of the public using advanced computer searching skills, and at the circulation desk with its associated duties.
The work schedule includes some evenings and Saturdays. Visit https://townofeaton.colorado.gov/how-do-i/apply-for-a-career for more information and to apply. This posting closes Sunday, April 24, 2022, at midnight.
Annual salary range is $2,692.31 - $3,653.85 Biweekly (converts to $70,000 - $95,000 on an annual basis) with placement depending upon education and experience.
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
Placement in the salary range is contingent on level of education and experience. This is an exempt position,. We offer a competitive benefits package. We value staff safety and that of our patrons. We are are fully vaccinated for COVID 19.
Additional Info & Requirements
On the Northern Plains of Colorado!
Want to get away from a crowded urban environment and relocate to a place where people smile at you on the street and stop to chat when the weather is nice? The Eaton Public Library can make this dream come true for the right person. We are looking for a friendly, knowledgeable teen services librarian who would like the variety found in working at a small-town library. You will be in charge of each step of teen collection development, teen programs (now mostly virtual, but we have begun transitioning to in person) and work with all ages at the circulation desk. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other professionals, particularly on larger events and through community networking. Creativity is encouraged and rewarded! Could this be just the right job for you? Fill out an application and let’s find out.
The Community
Located in Eaton, Colorado, the Eaton Public Library has grown from a small brick library constructed in 1911 to a 12,000 square foot, newly remodeled and updated modern library. Staff and patrons love the historical feel of our library which was named after Benjamin Eaton, a former governor and credited with bringing irrigation to Weld County. As part of High Plains Library District, we enjoy solid funding to pay competitive salaries, for extensive programs and our up-to-date collections. Our new Makerspace Lab has great potential for our forward-thinking staff in this small town of 6,000 residents. Our library is located 5 miles north of Greeley, home to the University of Northern Colorado. Fort Collins, home to Colorado State University and a convenient gateway to enjoying the Rocky Mountains is only a 25 mile drive on uncrowded roads. We are near bike trails, the Pawnee Grassland, numerous public parks, and recreational opportunities.
HR Info
Visit https://townofeaton.colorado.gov/how-do-i/apply-for-a-career for more information and to apply. This posting closes Sunday, April 24, 2022, at midnight.