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Library Director I, Tupper Lake Public Library (TUPPER LAKE, NY)

The Tupper Lake Public Library (Goff-Nelson Memorial Library) is seeking a creative, dynamic, and inspiring Library Director I to lead our school district public library in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains.

With an annual operating budget of approximately $304,886, the library serves a community of nearly 6,000 residents and maintains a collection of more than 40,000 items housed in a distinctive midcentury building. The library plays a central role in community life and seeks a leader who will uphold and strengthen this commitment to the people of Tupper Lake.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary range: $48,000–$54,000, based on experience
• Membership in the New York State Retirement System
• Health insurance contribution
• Paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plan and implement library programs for patrons of all ages
• Develop the library budget to include oversight of grant writing and administration, the annual budget meeting and annual public vote on same
• Administer expenditures of library funds and provide oversight of library revenue
• Develop long-range plans for library service development, evaluating the effectiveness of the library’s services and programs
• Recommend new services, policies, and personnel actions to the Library Board for approval
• Supervise the work of library employees and maintain employee records
• Prepare state, local, and other statistical or narrative reports as needed or required
• Perform collection development
• Represent the library before governmental agencies and community groups
• Maintain insurance and warranty policies, making timely insurance recommendations to the Library Board

Essential Traits

• Good knowledge of the theories, procedures, materials and sources of library science
• Good knowledge of library organizations, procedures, policies, aims, and services
• Good knowledge of the applications of computer technology to library operations
• Ability to train and supervise library staff
• Ability to plan and coordinate the work of others
• Ability to read and comprehend library literature and research studies
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with community organizations

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Librarianship from a program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or recognized by the New York State Education Department (NYSED)
• At least two (2) years of professional library experience

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range

$48,000.00–$54,000.00 per year

How to Apply

Interested Candidates should submit a Franklin County Civil Service Application, Cover Letter, Resume, and Three References to Board President, Rick Wilburn at rick.wilburn@gmail.com

Posted

2025-10-14