POSITION: Library Director for the Louis Bennett Public Library, Weston, West Virginia 

JOB SUMMARY: Full time position to oversee the day-to-day operations of the public library. The director will be responsible for all library operations including the budget, technology services, purchasing books and library supplies. The director will be responsible for planning and running all library programs including a year round toddler story time and a summer reading program and an adult book club. The position requires strong financial and personnel management skills, as well as demonstrated success in strategic planning, grant writing, technology management, and community relations. 

The Louis Bennett Public Library is housed in the Bennett Mansion which was built in 1875. The director will work with the Library Board on future repairs and projects to preserve the building. The library serves Lewis County, WV with a population of 16,372. The library has an operating budget of $186,000 and a staff of 4 part-time employees. 

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s Degree from an American Library Association accredited school. Three years of professional library experience, with at least one year of administrative experience is preferred. 

The salary range is $35,000 to $36,000 which is negotiable, depending on qualifications, and the benefits package includes retirement and health care insurance. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to [log in to unmask] or send to Louis Bennett Public Library, 148 Court Avenue, Weston, WV 26452 . The position start date is October 1, 2017. 

Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2017 and continue until the position is filled