Library Director

Library Director

General Purpose: Performs professional, managerial, and administrative work in the planning, organization, and operation of the City Library and Harvey House Museum. Oversee the development and maintenance of library and museum collections, supervises and directs staff, and ensures the delivery of high-quality library services, educational programs, and museum exhibits for the community. Develops and implements policies and procedures, evaluates departmental operations, plans for current and future service needs, and ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and library best practices. Provides leadership in strategic planning, budgeting, problem-solving, and community engagement to support the Library and Museum's mission and enhance services for residents and visitors. Essential Duties:

1. Follows and enforces all City of Belen policies, procedures, and applicable departmental standards.
2. Plans, organizes, directs, and oversees the daily operations of the Library and Museum.
3. Assesses community information needs by conducting five-year Community Analysis and Needs Assessments and develops long-range plans based on assessment results.
4. Develops, implements, and evaluates three-year Strategic Plans to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
5. Establishes, reviews, and updates library and museum policies, procedures, technology plans, automated systems, and electronic resources for staff and the public.
6. Develops and implements three-year Collection Development Policies and oversees the development and maintenance of library and museum collections.
7. Establish priorities and respond effectively to emergencies and changing operational needs.
8. Prepares and administers the annual departmental budget; monitors revenues and expenditures and develops projections for staffing, equipment, materials, and operational needs.
9. Identifies grant opportunities, prepares grant applications, administers awarded grants, and ensures timely and accurate reporting.
10. Maintains required records and documentation for operational, financial, and regulatory reporting.
11. Completes and submits accurate employee timesheets and personnel documentation for payroll processing.
12. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with City policies and applicable federal and state laws.
13. Recruits, interviews, hires, trains, supervises, schedules, assigns work, and evaluates department employees.
14. Develops and provides ongoing training and professional development opportunities for library and museum staff.
15. Addresses employee and customer concerns, complaints, and operational issues in a timely and professional manner.
16. Consistently participates in professional development to maintain current knowledge of library, museum, and management best practices.
17. Ensures the delivery of high-quality library and museum services, programs, and customer service.
18. Plan, develop, and coordinate library programs, services, and outreach initiatives that provide equitable access to library resources for all members of the community, including underserved and underrepresented populations.
19. Ensures the safety and security of patrons, employees, volunteers, collections, and facilities.
20. Plans and coordinates programs, projects, and activities with community organizations, City departments, library patrons, the Friends of the Library, Friends of the Harvey House, the Library Board of Trustees, regional libraries, local schools, and other public and private agencies.
21. Prepares information and materials for the Library and Museum Board of Trustees and assists the Board with bylaw development and implementation.
22. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, elected and appointed officials, community organizations, volunteers, and the public.
23. Ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and professional standards, including New Mexico Library Laws and Regulations and the American Library Association's Freedom to Read Statement and other applicable policy directives.
24. Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of modern library and museum systems and programs.
• Thorough knowledge of library and museum collection classification and selection techniques.
• Considerable knowledge of equipment and facilities required in a comprehensive library and museum system.
• Considerable knowledge of community needs and resources, and methods for assessing those needs and resources.
• Considerable knowledge of the Internet, telecommunications, computer networks, workplace software, and library automation applications.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and implement a comprehensive library and museum system.
• Ability to coordinate, analyze, and utilize a variety of reports and records.
• Ability to read and analyze technical information, write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with people of all ages and at every economic and social level.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, and the public.
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of office management, work organization and supervision.
• Ability to routinely deal with confidential matters of high sensitivity, recognizing that dissemination of confidential information requires judgment and extensive knowledge of city policies and procedures and state/federal laws.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) required.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional library experience preferred.
• Two (2) years of supervisory and administrative experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain Professional Librarian Certification from State of New Mexico preferred.
• Grade II Librarian Certification from the State of New Mexico or the ability to obtain within the timeframe established by state requirements required.
• Possess a valid New Mexico drivers license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

Equipment Used Knowledge to include use of common office equipment, such as typewriter, computer, calculator, copier, fax, phone, and city vehicles. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to drive, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands or fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to push, pull, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Position requires frequent sitting directed vision at computer screen. The employee must occasionally lift up to 20 pounds and move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is performed primarily in an indoor office or facility setting with regular use of standard equipment such as computers, phones, and other office technology. The role may also require occasional fieldwork, including site visits, inspections, or outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions. Employees should be able to adapt to both office and field environments and may be exposed to moderate noise levels, uneven terrain, and other typical fieldwork conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works inside building conditions. The noise level in the work environment is normally quiet to moderate pitch. Disclaimer: The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not to be considered a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, requirements or knowledge, skills and abilities.