Jobs

Posted 14 February 2008

Library Director
Harney County Library

Deadline: 1 May

Description of Position: The Director of Harney County Library oversees all aspects of library operations, including library services and administrative functions in human services, budget compliance and facilities maintenance. The Director must have vision and a collaborative management style. The Director has direct supervision over all staff and departments and works in an environment of staff that has both separate and shared responsibilities. The Director is expected to stay in touch with the needs of the public, to be readily available to the public and to stay abreast of front line issues. The Director leads the development of library policies and collections, develops strategies for library information and service delivery and works with the larger library community to optimize the availability of resources. The Director builds effective relationships within the community, advocates for the library and is involved in Oregon’s professional library community.

Education and Experience: The successful candidate is encouraged to have an MLS degree from an ALA accredited institution and has demonstrated experience in effectively managing public library services. Recent MLS graduates with a substantial history of working in various areas of public library service are encouraged to apply, as are successful directors of rural libraries. Candidates with applicable library experience may apply using the formula of one year of experience to substitute for each year of education.

Salary Offered: Beginning $32,600 to $41,300 per annum ($16.76/hr. to $21.17/hr), DOE

To Apply: Send resume to: Judge Steven E. Grasty, Harney County Courthouse, 450 North Buena Vista, Burns, Oregon 97720. Resumes may be faxed with cover sheet to: 541-573-8387.