Library Director

MECHANICSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

LIBRARY DIRECTOR

Main Duties: Under the general supervision of the Mechanicsville Public Library Board of Trustees the library director, plans, coordinates, supervises and participates in the operation of the Mechanicsville Public Library according to local, State and federal directives. Responsible for all operations of the library. Works with the staff and Board members to formulate future plans for the library, develop policies, plan programs and provide services to people of the community.

Cooperates with County, Regional, and State libraries to promote good services and programs in libraries everywhere. Supervises library staff including volunteers.

Minimum Education or Experience Required: A high school diploma/GED combined with five to six years related library, management, and/or customer service experience and/or training is required.

Preferred Education or Experience: Bachelor’s degree combined with two or more years related library, management, and/or customer service experience and/or training is preferred.

Other Requirements: A strong familiarity with standard office software, graphic design software, and technology is required. Must possess strong organizational skills, decision-making ability and must demonstrate effective communication skills. The applicant must have or obtain the Iowa Public Library Endorsement within two (2) years of hiring.

Full-time, hourly position with occasional evening and weekend hours. Salary $20.00 per hour, based on experience. Benefits through the City of Mechanicsville.

Application deadline: Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

To apply:

Please send your cover letter, resume, and completed application to:

The City of Mechanicsville

Attn: Public Library

100 E 1st Street / PO Box 339

Mechanicsville, Iowa 52306

Or email required paperwork to:

mechanicsville@netins.net

Subject: Library Director Position

Applications may be obtained through the city website https://www.cityofmechanicsville.net/Formfiles/Application.pdf or by calling City Hall at 563-432-7756.

The Mechanicsville Library Board of Trustees and the City of Mechanicsville are E.O.E.

Background checks are mandatory.

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MISSION & VISION STATEMENT

Mission

Be More: A Place to Learn, Connect, Create, and Grow.

Vision

The vision of the Mechanicsville Public Library is to be the cornerstone of the community by providing a welcoming environment for people of all ages and cultures, with access to services that support learning, connecting, creating, and growing for its residents. ~2022