Library Director

Are you a dynamic, forward-thinking library professional ready to lead a beloved community institution into its next chapter? Do you thrive on challenge, believe in the power of public libraries, and have the vision to inspire both staff and community? If so, consider applying for the position of Library Director for Churchill County. Serving at the pleasure of the appointed Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director oversees the operations of a single-branch public library and leads a dedicated team comprised of librarians, a library assistant, pages, and volunteers.

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.  Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
 

• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Manages assigned staff and directs the activities of assigned staff; coordinates, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; tracks and reviews work progress and activities; directs the recruitment and selection of staff; undertakes disciplinary action as required; conducts performance evaluations; ensures appropriate scheduling of staff to ensure proper operational coverage.
• Determines library funding needs, costs of services, and revenue projections; prepares an annual budget to be submitted by the Library Board of Trustees as required in NRS 379.025 (1) (d), monitors the annual budget, prepares financial statements, and approves all purchases and expenditures.
• Locates sources of outside funding, such as grants and donations; manages and writes grants and submits evaluations to grantor; manages disbursements from the Trustees' Gift Fund as directed by the Library Board of Trustees and subject to NRS 379.026 (2), directs collection and accounting of all receipts; allocates and monitors the collection budget; acts as liaison with the Churchill Library Association. 
• Directs the general day-to-day operation of the library and program planning, including circulation, reference, technical services, technology services, adult, children, and teen services, community outreach, and digital information.
• Oversees building management, including need for space, plans to meet those needs, project funding, and the coordination of building projects; submits recommendations on library plans, policies, services, budget, and building to the Library Board, and implements decisions; manages day-to-day facility operations such as repairs, janitorial maintenance, security issues.
• Selects library materials using a variety of sources; evaluates collection for such factors as accuracy, currency, wide coverage, usage, and balance; examines and selects materials to be discarded, repaired, or replaced; examines trade publications and materials, and consults with others to select materials. 
• Stays abreast of trends and innovations in the fields of technology management and administration. 
• Directs the development and implementation of technology in the library, including such factors as choosing an automated system, determining types and level of technology services, and securing funding for technology development. 
• Develops, reviews, and manages departmental goals and objectives; assesses community needs; assures departmental activities are in compliance with all applicable laws, policies, regulations, timelines, and goals; prepares and analyzes corresponding statistical reports; presents research and proposes policies to Library Board of Trustees. 
• Acts as advocate for library services to the community, as well as governing bodies such as the Board of Commissioners, community groups, schools, and businesses; responsible for publicizing library services in the media, directing outreach efforts to groups such as day care and homebound, and overseeing in-house communication such as displays, handouts, flyers, and brochures; represents the library to various community and professional groups such as the Churchill Library Association, the Nevada Library Association, and the Nevada Library Cooperative.
• Works to strengthen regional communication and cooperation, coordinates use of resources for mutual benefit; supports regional and state-wide initiatives relating to literacy; coordinates use of facilities for most effective and cost-efficient use of public resources.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
 
Education and Experience
Master's Degree in Library Sciences, or a closely related field; AND five (5) years of managerial experience in a public library environment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
 
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, and employee training and discipline.
• Principles and practices of public library operations.
• County, state, and federal laws, statutes, ordinances related to library services.
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation, and the management of employees through multiple levels of supervision.
• Principles and practices of developing teams, motivating employees and managing in a team environment.
• Principles and practices of finance and accounting, including public bond financing methods, public and private funding sources and complex budget development, administration, and control.
• Computer systems related to library operations.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including records management.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
• Techniques for techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

• Planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of others.
• Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
• Developing and implementing goals, objectives, procedures and work standards.
• Developing effective work teams and motivating individuals to meet goals and objectives and provide customer services in the most cost effective and efficient manner.
• Planning, organizing and administering a comprehensive library services program.
• Administering programs and staff through subordinate supervision.
• Providing customer services in the most cost effective and efficient manner.
• Preparing clear and concise reports, policies, procedures, correspondence and other written materials.
• Making effective oral presentations to large and small groups.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Dealing successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

• Nevada Driver's License.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone and in person.

Conditions of Employment

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen.  Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable). 
3. Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.  All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment.  Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.