Jobs

Posted 11 June 2008

Library Director
City of St. Helens

Deadline: 'open until filled'

The City of St. Helens is seeking a Library Director to oversee the operation of the City’s Library.  The successful candidate would plan, direct and oversee the delivery of library services, including publicity and outreach for the City.  The position supervises a staff of 5.5 FTE.  The Library Director would communicate with the public in matters pertaining to library functions and ensure the adequate maintenance of library services.  The St. Helens Public Library is located at the Columbia Center, a 15,000 square foot facility that houses library services, a technology center, and cultural activities.  Candidates must have broad knowledge of the principles, practices and philosophy of public library administration, current methods and principles of the selection, acquisition, cataloging, processing, maintenance and circulation of print and non-print materials, reference, and outreach practices. 

Qualifications required:    Completion of ALA-accredited Master’s of Library Science program and over two years of professional experience, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties.

The salary range is $5,333 to $6,481 per month.  The City also provides an excellent fringe benefit package. 

A City employment application is required.  You may obtain an application in person at City Hall, 265 Strand Street, St. Helens; or by phone: (503)366-8217; or online at www.ci.st-helens.or.us.  The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check as well as a drug test.

The position is open until filled.  The first review will begin on July 8th.  To make this review, please submit your application by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2008.

The City of St. Helens is an equal opportunity employer.