Hi all,

I'm just posting this on behalf of a colleague who is not on MELIBS. I'm
not affiliated with this job search or the Town of Cumberland in any way,
please direct any questions to Brenda Moore ([log in to unmask]).
Thank you!

The Town of Cumberland is seeking qualified applicants for the position of
Assistant Library Director.  Under the supervision of the Library Director,
the Assistant Director performs professional, administrative work involved
in the effective overall operation of Prince Memorial Library, provides
leadership and expert professional assistance to library staff and performs
other related work as required.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: supervising daily
functions of the library; supervising circulation staff; selection of
materials; and supporting Library Director in administrative functions,
working with the Friends of the Library organization as well as the Library
Advisory Board. The Assistant Library Director also acts as the Reference
Librarian and performs all the duties required by that position.

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, an innovative spirit, a
curious nature, and a genuine interest in people and community. Excellent
leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential as is the
ability to foster a culture that strives for excellence and promotes
positive change. They should promote inclusion and strive to provide
equitable services to all.

HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

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   ALA accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science
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   Customer service experience in a public library setting
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   Modern professional library principles, practices and procedures
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   High level of comfort with computing, online databases, office
   productivity software and emergent technologies
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   Experience building sustainable community relationships
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   Experience working with a Library Advisory Board
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   Experience with supervision of employees, budgeting, and Library
   strategic planning

The Town of Cumberland offers a competitive salary and generous benefits
package.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Town of Cumberland, Attn: Brenda
Moore, 290 Tuttle Road, Cumberland, ME 04021 or [log in to unmask]
A complete job description is available at www.cumberlandmaine.com.
Deadline for applications is March 17, 2023.

The Town of Cumberland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

-- 
Sarah Lucchesi
Coordinator, Research, Instruction, & Liaison Services
University of Southern Maine Libraries
314 Forest Ave
Portland ME 04104
207-780-5661
pronouns: she/her/hers