Assistant Director

  • Library: Waterboro Public Library
  • Town: East Waterboro
  • Library Type: Public
  • Position Type: Non-MLS
  • Deadline: Open until filled

Description, How to Apply, and Contact:

Town of Waterboro Assistant Director Job Description

The Waterboro Public Library in East Waterboro, Maine, is currently accepting applications for a part-time Assistant Director.

Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Assistant Director will perform professional and technical work in operating and maintaining the public library.

Essential Functions:

  • Prepares reports necessary for the Director to complete required documents for the state, town, and Board of Trustees.
  • Assists with administering all aspects of library operation, including personnel selection and supervision; budgeting and expenditures; book and materials selection; collection development and maintenance; building and grounds maintenance; programming and community relations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Acts as the Library Director in their absence.
  • Works primarily at the Adult circulation desk, greeting and assisting patrons, and handling all aspects of the library operation.
  • Manage Interlibrary Loan requests.
  • Maintain patron and collection records.
  • Monitor public use of library space and assist patrons in locating materials and equipment.
  • Responsible for shelving and shelf reading all materials.
  • Responsible for the processing and maintenance of library materials.
  • Issue library cards according to established policies and procedures.
  • Help to answer reference, materials, and informational questions.
  • Provide readers' advisory.
  • Prepare displays and flyers for use in the library and on social media.
  • Writes, develops, and reviews procedures.
  • Performs other library tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Library Science, Education, Public Administration, or a related field is preferred, but not required. An equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
  • Experience in library management or a leadership role in an educational or community-focused setting.
  • Knowledge of library technology, cataloging systems, digital resources, and computer proficiency
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and engage with diverse community members.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and courteously; ability and desire to serve the public of all ages; and ability to work as a team member.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties require:

  • Extended periods of walking, standing, talking or hearing, keyboarding, lifting/carrying items, and reaching with hands and arms.
  • Occasional periods of sitting, climbing or balancing, pulling/pushing items, and stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Moving weights up to 25 pounds is frequently encountered, with some exposure to weights of 50 pounds.
  • Pulling and pushing book trucks, with casters, weighing up to 200 pounds.

Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level ranges from quiet to moderate. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Starting wage is $20.25/hour (18.5-19.5 hours per week). Must be able to work evenings and some Saturdays. Additional hours may be available as needed to cover staff absences and vacations. The availability to work flexible hours at short notice is desirable.

Applications are available online at http://www.waterboro-me.gov and will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will begin immediately.

To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and three references to Julie Hoyle, Director, at jhoyle@waterborolibrary.org.

Julie Hoyle, Waterboro Public Library, 187 Main Street, East Waterboro, Maine 04030, 207-247-3363.

Salary: part-time $20.25/hour

Website: waterboro-me.gov

Source: 2025-05-13