Library Director, Catskill Public Library 
The Catskill Public Library, with its branch in Palenville, is seeking applicants for the position of Library Director. Our Catskill building is housed in a 1901 Carnegie Building in the village of Catskill, home to the Thomas Cole National Historic Site. Our Palenville Branch is located in Palenville, NY, known for being the first art colony in the USA. We are a School District Public Library, currently with an annual operating budget of $887,000. 

The successful candidate will hold a Master of Library Science or a Master of Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program. This position is Civil Service Library Director I or II (dependent upon experience) with a minimum of ten years of experience as a librarian, five of these in administration/management. Your experience should include a broad background in management, administration and human resources, operations, fundraising, and finance, as well as a thorough knowledge of library services, collection development, and operations.   

The ideal candidate will welcome the challenge of guiding the library through a strategic planning process, embracing principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access. We are seeking a director committed to expanding the role of the library in our community and effecting positive change through collaborative programming with Catskill’s many cultural and civic organizations. 

In addition to the above, the candidate should have a demonstrated interest in professional development through workshops, conferences, and participation in continuing education. 

Essential Responsibilities:   
  • Manage Staff by selecting, training, supervising and evaluating, fostering a team environment 
  • Supervise all library services, operations, activities, programs and outreach 
  • Oversee the development of the Library’s collection with a focus on community input 
  • Oversee and control the expenditures of funds according to approved Financial Policies 
  • Keep up-to-date with new technology in order to monitor and enhance library services 
  • Preparing annual reports to the state and community, and an analysis of same to define areas of strength and weakness 

Programs & Outreach: 
  • Begin working with Community Organizations to find and serve our residents 
  • Grant writing to achieve these goals 
  • Collaborate with our community to develop year-round library events and programs 
  • Supervising (pre-release) public relations and marketing materials 

Board of Trustees: 
  • Work closely with our Trustees and community members on committees and projects, especially in the development and implementation of short and long-range planning. 
  • Review current policies and make recommendations for change to the Trustees  
  • Prepare and present to the Trustees the annual budget 
  • Prepare reports and participate in monthly Trustee meetings 

Essential Traits: 
  • The ability to create a welcoming environment for our patrons, recognizing that each building has its own individual style and needs 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills 
  • A willingness to continually reach out to the community, asking what is needed from the Library and how we can fulfill those needs 
  • Proficiency with social media, Sierra software, internet, and digital communications. 
  • A “Yes we can” attitude, with a strong emphasis on staff team building 

Starting salary will be commensurate with experience. Individual health, vision, and dental insurance, participation in the NYSLR retirement program, and generous vacation, personal and sick leave allowance are included. 

As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applications will be considered. 

TO APPLY: Send a letter of interest and résumé to Gil Bagnell, President, Board of Trustees, Catskill Public Library, via email trusteebagnell@catskillpubliclibrary.org  
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Youth & Teen Services Coordinator (part-time), Clinton Community Library 
The Clinton Community Library (www.clintoncommunitylibrary.org) is looking for an enthusiastic person to develop, prepare, promote, and implement programs and services to meet the specific needs of school age children and teens (grades K-12) in order to encourage lifelong library use. The successful candidate for this position will work Thursdays 9-5, Saturdays 9-1, and occasionally evenings or other times as needed for programs. 

Description: Plans, promotes, implements, and evaluates programs for elementary-aged children, teens, and families. Must possess strong technology skills including proficiency with popular social media, word processing and spreadsheet software. Experience with GSuite and Canva is desirable. This job requires attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and with a team. 
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Plans, organizes and conducts library programs and special events for children and teens in grades K-12. 
  • Coaches CCL’s Battle of the Books team. 
  • Coordinates Summer Reading Program. 
  • Compiles statistics on attendance of all youth programs throughout the year. 
  • Outreach to and collaboration with local schools and community organizations. 
  • Works with staff members to promote the library and library events. 
  • Furthers job skills through professional development opportunities when available. 
  • Assists with circulation and other library functions as needed. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
  • Strong computer and writing skills. 
  • High level of comfort with technology and willingness to learn new skills. 
  • Ability to organize and plan programs well in advance of carrying them out. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, staff, and all library patrons in person, via email, and over the telephone. 
  • Ability to self-manage, plan, and organize work to completion within set deadlines. 
  • Associate degree with 1-3 years of experience working with children in a library, school, daycare, or similar setting. 

Physical Requirements: 
The job requires the employee to stand, sit, twist/turn, maintain flexibility, hear, listen, see, and speak clearly; frequently stoop/bend and walk; perform manual dexterity movements; sit, kneel, crawl, and balance. The job also requires the employee to lift and carry up to 30 lbs., twist, turn, and reach at, above, and below shoulder height. 

Part-time: 12 hrs/week 
 
Pay: $15/hour including paid holidays 

Location: 1215 Centre Road (Clinton Town Hall Campus), Rhinebeck, NY 12572 
 
Please email cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to Carol Bancroft, Library Director: cbancroft@clintoncommunitylibrary.org. 


MHLS recommends that the minimum starting salary of a full or part-time librarian with an MLS degree be at least equal to that of a teacher with a master’s degree in the same community.