We’re Hiring

Library Director

• 32 to 38 hours per week with flexible scheduling.
• Starting rate dependent upon qualification.
• Excellent benefit package offered as well.
• Application deadline is 4:00p.m. on Monday, June 14, 2021.
• Applications can be dropped off at Thorp City Hall or mailed to:

City Clerk/Treasurer
P.O. Box 334
Thorp, WI 54771

Or emailed to deputyclerk@cityofthorp.com 

Responsibility of Position:

Administers, directs and conducts the programs and services of small community library subject to the policies, goals and objectives of the library board.

Work duties:

• Prepares Library Board agenda with the cooperation of the Library Board President. Submits monthly reports to the Board.
• Develops the annual Library budget proposal for review by the Library Board and participates in its presentation to municipal officials.  Expends funds within established procedure.
• Develops and submits the library’s policies and long-range goals and objectives to the Library Board for review, approval and update. Implements policies and long-range goals and objectives as established by the Board.
• Plans and supervises the work of the library, relating goals and objectives to community needs.
• Plans, supervises and conducts library services and programs; in collaboration with other community organizations if appropriate
• Recruits, selects, hires, trains, supervises, evaluates and terminates Library staff and/or volunteers. Schedules Library employees and/or volunteers and assigns routine duties.  Plans and conducts regular staff and/or volunteer meetings.
• Works with municipal and state government officials to meet the needs of the library and works with special groups in an advisory capacity.
• Participate in fundraising in conjunction with the Library Board and Friends organization
• Writes grant applications to improve library services.
• Maintains a library materials collection: selecting, purchasing, cataloging and withdrawing. Constructs a materials development plan.
• Represents the library at the system level and as a member of professional library organizations. Acts as spokesperson for the library in the community.
• Plans and administers the library’s public relations plan, including development of promotional materials and projects.
• Supervises building and grounds maintenance, repairs and improvements.
• Provides reader’s advisory, reference and other Patron assistance services.
• Registers patrons, records data and issues patron cards.
• Catalogs and processes materials for circulation.
• Enters acquisition information into database or maintains card catalog.
• Prepares, repairs and reconditions library materials.
• Weeds, shelves, and supervises inventories.
• Maintains, updates and acquires appropriate technology and equipment.
• Carries out circulation desk policies and performs desk procedures.
• Sorts mail.
• Maintains library statistics.
• Perform other duties as required by the Library Board.

Knowledge and abilities:

• Knowledge of library techniques, methods and procedures as they apply to small public library administration.
• Ability to hire, train, supervise and discipline employees, coordinate and delegate workloads and work schedules, evaluate work performance and maintain high standards of library service.
• Knowledge of the community in which the library is located and how to serve the public of all ages. Understanding of the unique nature of rural and/or small communities and their libraries
• Ability to organize, plan and direct the growth and development of the library.
• Ability to establish a positive working relationship with the library trustees, staff and volunteers, the library system and member libraries, local service organizations, city, county, and state officials and the general public.
• Ability to gain a working understanding of current and developing technologies as they relate to public library operations and services.
• Ability to use computers, electronic devices and manage digital content and software.

Physical demands and Position:

• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, and stooping
• Bending/twisting and reaching
• Talking and hearing; use of the telephone
• Far vision at 20 feet or further; near vision at 20 inches or less
• Lifting and carrying 50 lbs or less
• Handling: processing, picking up and shelving books
• Fingering: typing, writing, filing, sorting, shelving and processing
• Pushing and pulling: objects weighing 60 – 80 pounds on wheels
• Mobility: travel to meetings outside the library

Mental requirements:

• Communication skills: effectively communicate ideas and information both in written and oral form
• Reading ability: effectively read and understand information contained in memoranda, reports and bulletins
• Mathematical ability: calculate basic arithmetic problems; addition, subtraction, multiplication, division without the aid of the calculator
• Analytical skills: identify problems and opportunities, review possible alternative courses of action before selecting one, utilize information and resources available when making decisions
• Problem solving skills: develop feasible, realistic solutions; refer problems supervisor when necessary
• Planning and organization skills: develop long-range plans to solve complex problems or take advantage of opportunities; establish systematic methods of accomplishing goals
• Creative decision-making: evaluate or make independent decisions based upon experience, knowledge or training without supervision
• Time management: set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines, self-motivated and ability to multi-task

Environmental working conditions:

• Inside work environment
• Flexible work hours; frequent evening and weekend hours
• Travel to various meeting locations, conferences and continuing education sites as needed

Equipment used:

• computer/tablet
• calculator
• copy/print/fax/scan machine
• telephone
• cash register
• book processing equipment
• cameras
• Building Systems such as security and heating/air conditioning

Education and experience:

• Two years of study at an accredited college or university
• 54 college credits – half in Liberal Arts
• Eligibility for Grade 3 Wisconsin Library Certificate within a certain time frame established by the Library Board and follow State Statute requirements
• Customer service