Library Director
The Board of Directors of the Hoyt Library is seeking a dynamic Library Director who will build on the librarys past successes while meeting the exciting challenge of opening a beautiful new wing.
The Hoyt Library is located in Kingston and serves seven communities in
Northeastern Pennsylvania, having a combined population of over 33,000. The
Library is a member of the Luzerne County Library System. The Library has an
annual budget of approximately $600,000 and has a staff of 4 full-time employees
and 10 part-time employees.
The candidate should have a Master of Library Science degree, preferably from an
ALA accredited school. Ideally, the candidate should have five years of library
experience with at least two years as a supervisor. Other qualifications
include:
Experience with budgets and financial matters
Established supervisory skills
Experience with collection development and programming
Thorough knowledge of current trends in library/library science
Thorough knowledge of library reference sources - print & digital
Thorough knowledge of children, young adult & adult literature
Experience in public relations.
Excellent human relations and communication skills.
Knowledge of technology programs in a library context
Able to work with an active and involved Library Board
The salary is in the $40,000 - $50,000 range commensurate with experience and
qualifications. Health insurance (including dental and vision) is included.
The job provides a generous benefits package.
Contact
MAYonki@osterhout.lib.pa.us for a complete job description.
Resumes should be sent to:
Hoyt Library Search Committee,
c/o Mary Ann Yonki Osterhout Free Library
71 South Franklin Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
Please visit our Website at
www.hoytlibrary.org
The Hoyt Library is an equal opportunity employer.