Library Director

Job Summary
The Library Director manages and directs programs, activities and staff of the Clearwater County Free Library District. Duties include planning, implementing and overseeing all aspects of the library system including reference, youth services, circulation, and information technology. The position determines and implements department programs, policies and processes and conducts long-term planning in support of the Library Board’s strategic plan; establishes and ensures department goals and objectives are accomplished.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, manages and directs departmental operations including development and administration of short- and long-term objectives and projects;
• Directs, implements and establishes timetables and deadlines, allocated personnel and resources to accomplish projects and programs;
• Develops, administers and monitors the Library budget;
• Meets and confers with library staff to assign and coordinate work activities, projects and programs, to resolve issues and to address patron requests;
• Monitors and adjusts library services and materials per community needs and desires;
• Serves as liaison to The Friends of the Library;
• Handles current and potential emergencies related to the safety of the public, staff and facility;
• Establishes and oversees library technology infrastructure including public access computers, integrated library system, training, upgrades, and related activities;
• Assists and advises Library Board in policy creation and modifications, long range planning, conflict resolution, document preparation and innovative library services;
• Evaluates existing services and determines program and service needs for library users of all ages and develops new ones as needed with regular input from the community;
• Supervises library staff;
• Participates with the Idaho Digital Consortium;
• Participates in the activities of professional and community organizations;
• Promotes public awareness of the library and its programs through public speaking engagements, promotions documents, press releases and interaction with media contact;
• Performs administrative duties including record keeping and preparing reports for county, state and federal agencies;
• Responds to management’s, supervisor’s, co-workers’ and citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner;
• Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities;
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all matters;

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs the work of library staff as needed, including circulation desk coverage and selection of materials;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience;
• Ability to physically manage general maintenance of building and grounds;
• Valid Driver License (attend meetings in Orofino and Weippe);
• Able to travel for training;
• MS Office, Quickbooks, Teams;
• PC Trouble shooting;
• Excellent Communication Skills;

Pay: $42,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person