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  • Library Director

    Danvers Township Library

  • Library/Organization Address

    117 E Exchange St
    Danvers, Illinois 61732

  • Employment Type

    Part-time

  • Hourly Wage/Salary Range

    $21.00-$25.00/hr

  • About the Organization

  • Job Description and Responsibilities

    The Danvers Township Library is in search of a motivated individual to manage the daily operations of our public library. The qualified individual would be required to lead a staff of four and would also be required to oversee all aspects of the library including: administration, budgeting, purchasing materials, and working with our library board. This person must have strong leadership skills, be well organized, and work well with the public. This is a part-time position of 26 hours per week.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Evaluate and administer library duties such as circulation, reference, reader’s advisory, children’s services, community services, programming and public information.
    Develop print and non-print collections, including selection, organization, maintenance, preservation, withdrawal, and disposal of materials either directly or through appropriate delegation.
    Direct the development, repair, and maintenance of the library building and grounds.
    Prepare regular reports for the Library Board of Trustees and others as designated.
    Prepare meeting agendas and materials and participate in Library Trustee Board meetings.
    Supervise the library staff directly or through appropriate delegation in order to create a harmonious team environment.
    Prepare a staff schedule.
    Prepare the annual budget.
    Code bills.
    Work with other state agencies, libraries, and community groups to develop library programs.
    Direct the training of library staff in technical and administrative library skills.
    Work with the board regarding personnel actions such as hiring and termination.
    Establish and maintain personnel records for staff.
    Fill out necessary reports for federal and state grants.
    Attend meetings, seminars, and professional workshops.
    Other duties as assigned.



    Qualifications:
    Previous supervisory or management experience.
    Experience working in public libraries.
    Familiar with workflows or a similar system.
    Proficient in OCLC and BLUEcloud.


  • Minimum Requirements to Apply

  • Benefits Offered

    Flexible schedule, Paid time off

  • Position Start Date

    3/16/26

  • How to Apply

    Email resume to:Danverslibraryboard@gmail.com

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