Library Director

The M.G. Parker Memorial Library is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Library Director. This full-time, 35-hour, contract position is appointed and overseen by the Board of Library Trustees. The Library Director serves as the department head responsible for leadership, administration, and management of all library operations, including staffing, budgeting, facilities, collections, technology, and community engagement. The Director ensures compliance with Massachusetts General Laws, Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) requirements for library certification and State Aid, town bylaws, and professional library standards. The position works collaboratively with the Board of Library Trustees, Town administration, local and regional library organizations, and community partners.

Responsibilities

Serves as department head responsible for leadership, administration, and management of all library operations; Manages staffing, budgeting, facilities, collections, technology, and community engagement; Ensures compliance with Massachusetts General Laws, MBLC requirements for library certification and State Aid, town bylaws, and professional library standards; Works collaboratively with the Board of Library Trustees, Town administration, local and regional library organizations, and community partners

Requirements

MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution; Minimum three years of progressively responsible public library experience; At least one year of supervisory experience; Knowledge of MBLC regulations, public library principles, and modern library technologies; Strong leadership, communication, budgeting, and organizational skills