The Gas City-Mill Township Library Board of Trustees is searching for their next Library Director. The ideal candidate will work to partner with our experienced library staff to administer the day-to-day functions of the library.

This is a full-time position – 40 hour/week exempt position with a benefit package that includes, PTO; Paid Holidays; PERF; Health; Dental; Vision; Life Insurance

Position Description:

The Library Director leads, directs and manages the daily operations and budget of the library and works under the direction of the Board of Trustees to provide financial and operational structures for the library. Work is performed under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees.

Primary Objectives:

• Direct the daily operations of the library
• Create policies for library operations
• Create and monitor the library budget
• Ensure high-quality library service

Specific Responsibilities of the Job:

• Provide operational direction for the library
• Define library priorities and goals
• Create and communicate a strategic plan
• Coach and manage employee behaviors
• Recommend policies and services to be established by the Board of Trustees
• Settle patron disputes regarding library accounts
• Communicate regularly with staff
• Provide mandates for service improvements
• Communicate and contract with vendors and service providers
• Make hiring and pay decisions to be approved by the Board
• Determine appropriate disciplinary actions
• Make termination decisions
• Conduct performance evaluations
• Attend community meetings and sit on community Boards
• Complete special projects as needed or assigned by the Board of Trustees
• Communicate regularly with the Board of Trustees
• Catalog library materials

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Note that these requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of best practice in libraries
• Knowledge of best practice in customer service
• Knowledge of best practice in human resources and business
• Knowledge of basic budgeting tools and strategies
• Skill at planning and organizing
• Ability to interpret data and apply findings
• Ability to manage employee conduct
• Ability to effectively teach skills
• Ability to recognize areas for improvement and provide solutions
• Ability to tactfully resolve disputes and complaints
• Ability to solve problems creatively and independently
• Ability to lead a diverse group of people
• Ability to manage the daily operations of a public facility, including maintenance
• Ability to interpret local, state, and federal regulations and apply them to policies and operations
• Ability to lead an effective meeting
• Knowledge of personal computers and related hardware, electronic mail, the Internet, office software, document imaging, etc.
• Ability to excel as a productive and positive team member
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, patrons, and the public
• Ability to contribute to a positive work culture that fosters excellent customer service and teamwork

Education and Experience:

• Degree or equivalent experience: Master’s Degree in Library Science is highly preferred
• Years of experience: At least 5 years of library experience, including at least 2 years of administration preferred
• Specialized training in: Library Science, Management, Personnel Management
• Certification: Must hold or be eligible to hold Indiana State Library Certification LC4 or higher

Position open until filled.