Library Administrator: Potter/Tioga County

The Potter-Tioga Library System seeks a collaborative, dynamic leader to serve as administrator for our two-county library system due to an upcoming June 2010 retirement. The Potter-Tioga Library System, with its office located in Coudersport, is the only two-county Library System in Pennsylvania and provides library services to a population of approximately 60,000 served by 11 member libraries.

The administrator reports to the System’s Board of Directors and is responsible for managing the Library System in accordance with state code and system policies. This opportunity requires an individual with a demonstrated passion for public library service, superior fiscal, planning and organizational skills and understanding of current and emerging library trends and technology.

The successful candidate should have a master’s degree in library or information science from an ALA accredited institution and 3-5 years public library experience with Pa. Public Library experience preferred. Salary range is $38,000 – $42,000. Anticipated start date is May 15. More information about the Potter-Tioga Library System is online at pottertiogalibrary.org where a complete job description is posted.

Apply by sending a cover letter, resume and three professional references to: Jeffrey Wilkinson, Board President, 502 Park Ave., Coudersport, PA 16915. Email: pottertioga@yahoo.com. Applications must be received by Feb. 27, 2010.

The Potter-Tioga Library System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.