ELKO COUNTY
HUMAN SERVICES
571 Idaho Street
Elko, NV 89801
775.738.4375
775.738.5984 (fax)
Job Code:
Date Est.:
Last Rev.:
FLSA:
Probation:
29701
09/2016
Exempt
LIBRARY DIRECTOR
DEFINITION
Under general and policy direction of the Elko-Lander-Eureka County Library System’s
Board of Trustees, serves as executive director of the library system pursuant to the
Library System Board of Trustees by-laws and Nevada Revised Statutes. Plans, directs,
administers, and evaluates the activities and operations of the Library System including
both general library administration and public services; develops library policies,
programs, and procedures; supervises library staff, programs, and operations; provides
highly responsible and detailed administrative support to the Library System Board of
Trustees.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
This position functions as the department head of the Elko-Lander-Eureka County
Library System under the policy direction of the Library System Board of Trustees.
Performance is formally reviewed by the Library System Board of Trustees. The
employee in this class is unclassified; the incumbent is an “at will” employee serving at
the pleasure of the Elko-Lander-Eureka County Library Board of Trustees.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The following duties are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed
duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below
to address business needs and changing business practices.
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Assumes full management responsibility for all library services and activities
including program development, materials acquisition, and general
administration.
Manages the development and implementation of the Library’s goals, objectives,
policies, and priorities for each services area; establishes, within Elko-LanderEureka County policies, appropriate services, and staffing levels; allocates
resources accordingly.
Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service
delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload,
administrative support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies
opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change.
Represents the Library to other County Departments, elected officials and
outside agencies; explains, justifies, and defends Library programs, policies, and
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activities; negotiates and resolves sensitive, significant, and controversial issues.
Provides leadership to employ and develop high performance professional and
support staff.
Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates professional and supervisory Library
personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; creates and implements staff
development plans; coaches and counsels employees to maximize professional
potential (identifies and corrects deficiencies, implements disciplinary
procedures).
Manages and participates in the development and administration of the Library
System budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing,
equipment, materials, and supplies; within Elko-Lander-Eureka County policies,
directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs the preparation of
and implementation of budgetary adjustments as necessary; prepares grants and
actively seeks alternative funding.
Recommends new and revised policies to the Library System Board of Trustees;
implements policies adopted by the Board; supervises all clerical and
administrative support for the Library Board of Trustees (such as preparation of
meeting agendas, minutes, and correspondence).
Coordinates Library building projects; manages building and physical
maintenance of all County owned, leased, and occupied properties in conjunction
with the appropriate entity Public Works Department.
Coordinates Library activities with those of other departments, outside agencies
and organizations; prepares and presents all reports and other necessary
correspondences.
Oversees all Library publicity and promotion, including but not limited to, press
releases, newsletters, public service announcements, bulletins, articles, radio
spots, and TV interviews.
Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
Accomplishes all Library business in a timely and professional manner.
Participates on a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in
professional group meetings; keeps staff abreast of new trends and innovations
in the field of Library and information services.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
 Master of Library Science from an American Library Association accredited
program or be in the process of obtaining, or be able to complete, a Master of
Library Science from an American Library Association accredited program within
three years of employment.
 A minimum of five (5) years full time professional library experience, with a
demonstrated increase in responsibilities, with at least three (3) years in a
supervisory and management capacity, or any equivalent combination of related
education and experience.
Knowledge of…
 operational characteristics, services, and activities of a comprehensive library
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services program;
organizational and supervisory and library management practices as applied to
the analysis and evaluation of programs, human resources, and fiscal resources;
modern and complex principles and practices of library policies, procedures,
techniques, programs, and resources;
computer technology as applied to library system operations; and
pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to…
 plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory,
professional, and technical personnel;
 delegate authority and responsibility;
 select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff;
 provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the Library;
 identify and respond to the community, Library System Board of Trustees, and
County Board of Commissioners concerns and needs.
 develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for
providing effective and efficient library services;
 prepare and administer a multiple branch library system budget, allocate limited
resources in a cost effective manner, analyze problems, identity alternative
solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implements
recommendations in support of goals;
 research, analyze, and evaluate new services, delivery methods, procedures,
laws, and regulations;
 communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and
 establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors,
subordinates, associates, County officials, officials of other agencies, media
representatives, and the general public.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
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Must have valid Nevada driver’s license or must obtain one within six months if
appointed.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to
move from place to place within the office with some reaching for items above
and below desk level;
Strength and stamina to drive long distances, sit at a desk, and stand for long
periods;
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or
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crouch;
Vision to read reports and use computer terminals, and dexterity to use computer
keyboard; and
Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper, occasional
lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five pounds, files, stacks of paper, reference
and other materials.
Work Environment
 Generally clean work environment with limited exposure to conditions such as
dust, fumes, odors, or noise;
 Availability and transportation is required to attend meetings outside of normal
business hours;
 Dealing with uncooperative, upset individuals in the office and in the field; and
 The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet.
Employee’s acknowledgement: I acknowledge that I have read the above job
description and have received a copy for my records.
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Employee’s Signature
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