Job Opportunities Job Opportunities at the Englewood Public Library ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Background Englewood, NJ is a diverse city with a population of roughly 27,000 residents. The Englewood Public Library is part of the Bergen County Cooperative Library System (BCCLS). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Operating under the New Jersey Department of Personnel. Job Summary Under general supervision of the Library Director, supervises professional and paraprofessional library staff, conducts outreach, plans, promotes, and hosts programs, meetings, and other events, and is in charge of the library in the absence of the director. This is a confidential position. Distinguishing Characteristics Position in this class requires the ability to lead a team of professionals, to adhere to human resources practices and library policies, to administer and work within a budget, knowledge of library programming trends, the ability to work together with community stakeholders and organizations, the ability to create innovative programming, and willingness and ability to always be learning. Supervisory Controls Works under general supervision of the Library Director, but this position requires an individual who is self-directed and who can make sound decisions independently when needed. Education, Experience, and Knowledge Requirements Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Library (MLS) or Information Sciences from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school and have an established background in public librarianship. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. The ability to also read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in Second language, particularly Spanish, is preferred. Ability to keep up with emerging technologies and assist with information technology. Examples of Work Supervise one or multiple departments and be in charge of the library in Director’s absence Troubleshoot and fix technological issues within the library Help to manage an annual budget Formulate Scheduling Write monthly reports Represent the library at community meetings, outreach opportunities, and community events Plan, lead, and promote programs and special events Conduct outreach visits to local schools and organizations Post on website & social media Supervise reading clubs Supervise collection development efforts, including digital resources Apply for grant funding for new programming initiatives Cover the Children’s or our newly-named “Resources” (formerly Reference) Desk as needed Establish Young Adult/Teen programming Work together with administration and department heads on library-wide initiatives Other duties as needed Hours The ideal candidate will have an ability and willingness to work flexible hours to allow for a wide variety of program offerings to the community as well as outreach efforts. To apply, please email a meaningful cover letter and resume to Esperanza Pacheco, Library Director, at director@englewood.bccls.org. Applications will be accepted until November 30, 2021. About Getting A Library Card Board Of Trustees Hours and Holidays Directions Staff Directory Policies Library’s Strategic Plan 2019-2021 Services Book Groups ESL/Literacy Self Checkout – meeScan The Leonard J. Hansen Gallery Computers and Wi-Fi Notary Public Services Printing, Scanning, and Fax Services Room Rental Local History e-Resources Friends of the Library Donations & Book Sales Friends eNewsletters Children’s Room Teens Englewood Public Library 31 Engle Street, Englewood, NJ 07631 (201) 568-2215 esperanza.pacheco@englewood.bccls.org Copyright © 2021 Englewood Public Library. All rights reserved. English Korean Spanish