Job Description
The East Smithfield Public Library seeks a forward thinking, energetic, people oriented director. 5 years supervisory experience necessary. Experience working with Koha/Aspen, Quickbooks, LibCal and Canva preferred. 40 hours per week, 1 Saturday per month. MLS or MLIS required. The job description is below. Salary $35.00 per hour. Generous PTO and single person health insurance benefits. Please send cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references to Cass514@comcast.net by February 15.
DIRECTOR: Chief administrative officer of the library. Reports directly to the board of trustees. Plans and directs all aspects of the operation. Represents the library in the community.
1. Oversee book selection and collection development
2. Order adult library materials
3. Prepare and implement budget
4. Prepare bills for bookkeeper, print checks for vendors using Quickbooks
5. Write and submit grant proposals
6. Serve as contact person for all vendors
7. Attends OSL, OLIS and other statewide meetings
8. Order all equipment, furniture and supplies for programs
9. Compile OLIS annual reports
10. Hold monthly library program
11. Cover circulation desk one shift per week and as necessary to cover PTO days
12. Attend monthly Board Meetings. Post agendas and minutes on Secretary of State website
13. Plan and facilitate library layout changes
14. Submit various state and federal surveys
15. Evaluate professional and paraprofessional staff
16. Participate in departmental meetings for Town of Smithfield
17. Conduct interviews and hire staff
18. Attend Town’s budget hearings and financial Town meetings
19. Other duties as needed
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
Generous PTO and single person health insurance benefits.
HR Info
Cass514@comcast.net