Job opening – Hickory Public Library

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DATE LISTED: 06/19/2018
TITLE: Library Branch Manager – Ridgeview Branch
LIBRARY: Hickory Public Library
CITY: Hickory
Hickory Public Library is a department of the City of Hickory and has two locations, Patrick Beaver Memorial Library and Ridgeview Branch Library.
 
For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality. Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at www.hickorync.gov/employment or http://www.hickorync.gov/knowhickory/ for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas.

SALARY: $45,563
QUALIFICATIONS: Master of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited university; 3 to 5 years relevant experience; Possession of or ability to obtain a valid N.C. Driver’s License. See the full job description at http://www.hickorync.gov/content/employment

DUTIES: The Library Branch Manager will oversee day-to-day operations of the Ridgeview Branch Library. Major duties include supervision of 4 staff (2 full-time, 2 part-time),collection development and community outreach to promote awareness of library services.
APPLY BY: July 2, 2018
TO APPLY: Find more information and instructions on how to apply on the City of Hickory website: http://www.hickorync.gov/content/employment