Job Description
The Town of Burrillville, a community of 16,158 located in northwest Rhode Island, is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Director. The opening is at the Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library, a 24,900 square foot facility, located in the village of Harrisville. This position reports to the Director. The Assistant Director assists the Director in planning and implementing policies and procedures of the library, and assumes the responsibilities of the Director in his/her absence. This class of employee also serves as Head of Reference, and is responsible for planning, implementing and supervising all reference services.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Masters of Library Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association.
· Minimum of 4 years professional library experience.
· Supervisory experience required.
· Ability to work independently.
· Exemplary customer service skills. Comfortable working with the public in busy situations.
· Organization skills and attention to detail.
· Excellent computer skills required.
The Community
The Town of Burrillville, a community of 16,158 located in northwest Rhode Island. The opening is at the Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library, a 24,900 square foot facility, located in the village of Harrisville.
HR Info
Please submit a completed Town of Burrillville application for employment, cover letter, resume and 3 professional references to:
Paul A. MacDonald
Chair, Personnel Board
Town of Burrillville
105 Harrisville Main Street
Harrisville, RI 02830
Phone: (401) 568-4300 ext. 145
Fax: (401) 568-0490
Email care of: glabossiere@burrillville.org
Review of applicants will begin April 14, 2023 and the position will remain open until filled. Town employment applications can be found at https://www.burrillville.org/files/
The Town of Burrillville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town prohibits discrimination in all aspects of employment because of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, political or religious affiliation, or physical or mental disability.