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Library Director -Watkins Glen Public Library, Watkins Glen, NY 

LAST DATE TO APPLY: Applications accepted until position is filled.

SALARY: $43,264 (Potential for higher commensurate with experience)

HOW TO APPLY: Submit Civil Service application to Schuyler County Civil Service, 105 Ninth St., Unit 21, Watkins Glen, NY 14891.

VACANCY: At the present time, one full time position is available. The person hired will need to take a Civil Service Training and Experience exam at a later date and be reachable on the list to gain permanency in the position.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: None

JOB DESCRIPTION: An incumbent of this position has overall charge of the library and is also a major provider of professional library services. This may be the only professional position in the library.

Supervision is exercised over other library personnel. Works under general supervision of the Library Board of Trustees. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Master’s of Science in Information Science (MSIS) from a program that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the New York State Education Department as following accepted education practices.  Two years of satisfactory professional library experience in a library of recognized standing after having earned an MLS or MSIS Degree is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATION: Eligibility for a New York State public librarian’s professional certificate at time of application for appointment; possession of certificate at time of appointment.

Applications are available at www.schuylercounty.us or the Schuyler County Civil Service Office

105 Ninth St., Unit 21, Watkins Glen, NY 14891

(607) 535-8190

Date Issued: August 22, 2019

Schuyler County…An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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