Job Posting - Brooklyn Public Library

LeDuc, Jason J.LeDuc at BrooklynPublicLibrary.org
Thu Sep 23 17:11:10 EDT 1999


Please post the following library job listing on your site. Feel free to
reproduce and forward as much as necessary. Thank you

(Deadline Extended)
Senior Management Position


Under the direction of the Chief of Central Library, this position manages
subject divisions and other operations in a dynamically changing library
environment. Functions as a member of the BPL Executive Management Team to
administer the development and implementation of library services and
programs within the Central Library based upon BPL's vision, mission, goals,
and objectives.


Responsibilities include: advancing public service within Central Library
divisions; staff training and development; policy development,
implementation, and interpretation; planning, evaluation, and oversight of
budgets, grant projects; performs other related responsibilities and new
service initiatives.


Qualifications:

*	MLS from ALA accredited program
*	Five years of progressively responsible administrative and/or
supervisory library experience.
*	Demonstrated leadership ability in conflict resolution, problem
solving and organizational change.
*	Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the
ability to work and communicate cross culturally with diverse groups and
individuals.
*	Innovative thinker; detail oriented.
*	Highly developed organizational skills, including the ability to
direct large projects.
*	Team builder and player.
*	Competent information technology skills and knowledge of current and
emerging library technologies.
*	Thorough knowledge of competencies for public service librarians,
and of principals and practices of library philosophy and administration.
*	Understanding of issues related to urban public libraries.


Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent fringe
benefits. Mail/fax/e-mail resume with cover letter and salary requirements
by October 22,1999 to: Brooklyn Public Library, Human Resources Department.
Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11238; Fax #: (718) 230-6743
E-mail: Job2019 at brooklynpubliclibrary.org
<mailto:Job2019 at brooklynpubliclibrary.org>  EOE



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