SUMMARY

Under guidance and direction from the Library Board, the Director performs professional and administrative duties in planning, developing, implementing, and directing public library services for the Centerville-Center Township Public Library. These duties include, but are not limited to, budget preparation, strategic planning, human resources, benefits administration, personnel evaluation, collection development, community relations, and customer relations.

REPORTS TO

Centerville-Center Township Public Library Board of Trustees

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget and Finance

·      Prepare an annual budget for the library board consideration and give a current report of expenditures against the budget at each meeting

·      Meet all budgetary deadlines as established by the State of Indiana

·      Make purchasing decisions in line with board policy and budget

·      Maintain timely records about finances, personnel, property inventory, and annual reports

·      Seek and administer grants

Staff Management

·     Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff as necessary. Performance issues should be discussed with the employee at time of issue, noted to the employee’s file, signed by both director and employee, and copied to the employee.

·     Cultivate a supportive work environment

·     Serve as head of library management team

·     Recommend to the board needed improvements in working conditions, salary, and benefits

·     Ensure that all staff receive training and continuing education

·     Hold regular staff meetings that would allow for staff input

Board Relations

·     Carry out policies of the board (director is responsible for administration, operation, and management of the library)

·     Attend all board meetings

·     Inform the board of library operations

·     Provide the board with sufficient information to make decisions

·     Keep the board informed of Indiana Laws and regulations

·     Keep the board informed on certification requirements and keep up-to-date on certification

·     Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations

·     Prepare regular reports embodying the library's current progress and future needs

·     Cooperate with the board to plan and carry out the library program

Professional Development

·     Participate in professional associations

·     Report to the board and staff new trends and ideas in public libraries

·     Affiliate with state and national professional organizations and attend professional meetings and workshops

·     Keep current of state and federal legislation as it pertains to the library community

Facilities Management

·     Ascertain that the library's physical facilities are safe, functional, and attractive at all times

·     Recommend repairs and upgrades to the board

·     Get repairs done correctly, within budget

·     Keep library technology current and train staff to use technology to best help patrons

Community Service and Engagement

·     Maintain an active program of public relations by participating in community organizations and events

·     Promote a positive customer experience and positive image in the community

·     Effectively resolve patron matters and addresses behavioral issues in a timely, tactful manner

·     Offer programs and activities that fit the interests and needs of the community

·     Promote the library and its services through print and social media channels

Collection Development

·     Oversee purchase and processing of materials for the collection

·     Keep collection current and neat