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Assistant Library Director

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District, Kendall, Florida, United States

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Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director, assists with implementing the policies and decisions of the Library Board of Trustees.Focuses on management of library personnel and policies. Maintains a high standard of library services and operates the library using good fiscal and administrative principles. Education/Experience Requirements: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school Five years of professional public library experience required, with a minimum of two years in a supervisory or administrative capacity Knowledge of local and state laws, as they relate to the management of a library Proficient in the use of computers, including online databases and scheduling tools Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of library science Ability to exercise, initiative, leadership, independent judgement, and tact Responsibilities and Duties: Assists in implementing policies of the library as adopted by the Board Assists in preparing an annual budget for the library and keeping management on target for all budgetary expenditures Assists Department Heads with hiring and supervision of library personnel. Supervises staff as needed Manages HR programs including new hire paperwork, ensuring library staff abides by the Personnel Polices, and handles the coordination of benefits for full-time employees Manages building schedules for staff and public meeting rooms Works to keep policy manuals updated and available for all staff Deals with the public on a daily basis in such a way as to promote good public relations Assists the Business Office with financial paperwork, bank deposits and transfers, and other tasks as needed Research and write grants to help promote the library and its programs Participates in professional activities related to job responsibilities Participates in local community organizations and agencies as requested by the Board of Trustees and the Director Attends all Board meetings Acts as Interim Director should it be needed, until the Board hires a permanent replacement Performs other duties as assigned Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Employee must be able to work an 8 (eight) hour work shift. Hours:

Full Time (40 hours per week) Occasional night or weekend hours. Travel between the two campuses will frequently be required. Pay:

MINIMUM starting salary $90,770 and benefits include IMRF participation and single person HMO health insurance. To Apply : Submit a cover letter and resume to HR@oswego.lib.il.us by the end of the day Sunday, March 1, 2026 ILLINOIS PUBLIC LABOR RELATIONS ACT: This position shall be exempt pursuant to the Act FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT: This position shall be exempt pursuant to the Act Oswego Public Library District, Kendall County Hours

40 hours per week with occasional night and weekend hours

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