Library Director Resume

Holding a library director position in any public library needs a vast experience and administration skills. The person will hold the rein of administration in his hands and pull it as necessary to bring things to places. The tasks he has to perform will depend on the library type. A master's degree in library science is necessary for this position, besides experience. If you have obtained both these required qualifications, take help from this resume sample to apply to your choice of library.

Resume Sample for Library Director

Richard Anderson
1234, West 67 Street
Carlisle, MA 01741
(123) 456 7890

Objective: Looking for a library director position where I can help in the foundation, planning, fundraising, budgeting, and administration process of the library with my management skills.

Summary of Skills:

Five years of experience as a library director
Excellent communication and writing skills
Skilled in managing library operations such as planning, budgeting and administration
Ability to help and give a shape to the future collection process for resources
Accomplished in developing and implementing a system to ease searches
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Internet, etc.
Highly skilled in raising funds for the improvement of library
Strong motivational, supervision, and leadership skills

Work Experience:

Library Director
St. Xavier's Public Library, Carlisle, MA
2011 - present

Recruit, train and evaluate staff performance
Maintain good relationship with the local authorities and community
Plan policies for the library and ensure staff is following it
Contribute in the expansion and development programs of the library
Organize and conduct fund-raising programs to help boost the library collection
Support and motivate staff in improving users' satisfaction and library revenue
Create computerized accounting and budget programs
Prepare literature searches for library patrons
Attend community library board meetings
Maintain community standards and ensure no obscene books are kept in the library

Library Director
City Public Library, Carlisle, MA
2009 - 2011

Raised $1.5 million fund for the library expansion program
Offered total support to the staff in researching and collecting reference materials from distance places and sellers
Worked in partnership with the City Kiwanis Club and improved the community quality of life
Encouraged churches, schools and social agencies in using the library
Monitored the overall development and progress of the library

Education:
Master's Degree in Library Science
Liberty College, Carlisle, MA
2009

Reference: Available upon request.