Library Director Job at Rolla Area Chamber Of Commerce in St. James

Library Director, James Memorial Public Library, St. James, MO 65559

Position Details

Regular Hours: 40 hours per week. May include evenings and weekends.

The James Memorial Public Library (a tax-supported city library) Board of Trustees seeks an energetic library director to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Library. The director must be a person of high integrity, capable of creating a vision for the library, and possess the skills necessary to bring that vision into reality. They must be detail-oriented, have clear communication skills, be comfortable with technology, have a working knowledge of library management systems, possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and be willing to learn and teach staff and patrons.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Computer and internet experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Must be able to lift and carry 25 pounds
• Must possess a current driver’s license
• Previous library experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive and productive working relationships with the library board, city officials, and community leaders.
• Manage bills and oversee daily operations, equipment, and maintenance of the library.
• Perform administrative tasks, including supervising employees and volunteers.
• Create and manage staff schedules.
• Place material orders and oversee the processing and maintenance of materials.
• Maintain the building and supervise new constructions or remodeling projects.
• Prepare a yearly budget for board approval.
• Generate monthly data collection reports.
• Oversee the maintenance of the library’s website.
• Develop and promote library services and programs.
• Seek grant funding for programming and technology needs.
• Administer policies approved by the board, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.
• Catalog new materials and manage collection development duties.
• Create and update policies as needed.
• Coordinate outreach services and home delivery programs.
• Acquire Advanced Cataloging Certification for Missouri Evergreen.
• Attend quarterly cataloging meetings.
• Make executive decisions for the library.
• Maintain library standards according to the Secretary of State.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Applications and further information can be found at https://www.stjamesmo.org/about/employment_opportunities.php

Note

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