Library Director Search
Applicatons accepted through 5/24
The Baker Free Library is seeking a full-time, professional Library Director with a proven track record of successful community collaboration, collection development, and administrative management. The ideal candidate will also exhibit a dedication to providing strong and effective learning opportunities for all ages, and an outward focus that prioritizes collaboration and connection within the wider community.
The successful candidate must have an ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLS or MLIS), as well as a minimum of five years of progressive supervisory experience. Click here for a pdf of the Director job description.
The annual salary range for this 40-hour per week position is $26.49/hour to $27.82/hour ($55,099 to $57,866 per year) depending on qualifications/experience, with an attractive benefits package that includes health, dental, and retirement. This position will be expected to work at least one to two evenings per week and one full Saturday each month. Employment is subject to a background check and fingerprinting, the cost of which will be borne by the candidate.
To apply, send a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to Director Search Committee, Baker Free Library, 509 South Street, Bow, NH 03304. This information can also be emailed in pdf format to info@bakerfreelib.org. No phone calls please.
Closing date for applications is May 24, 2019. Anticipated start date for the position is late August 2019.
Free Yoga Class Bow residents - May/June
As part of a facility rental agreement approved by the Library Trustees, Yoga NH (owned by Maureen Miller of Concord, NH), is pleased to offer FREE 1-hour yoga classes each month to Bow residents and library card holders! These classes are suitable for all levels, and occur from 9 am to 10 am on the following dates (unless otherwise noted):Sunday 5/19
Saturday 6/1
Classes will be held in the Library's Merrimack County Savings Bank Room in the Lower Level. We need at least 3 people signed up 48 hours in advance to run these free classes. Because these classes are being held outside of library operating hours, participants will need to enter through the Lower Level door near the handicapped parking and ramp. Registration is highly encouraged - email info@bakerfreelib.org. Thank you to Maureen Miller and Yoga NH for giving back to the Bow community as part of their paid use of our facilities for events and workshops!
For Those Who Need To Submit A Passport Application
For those individuals who are visiting us in order to submit a Passport Application, please call or email us at 224-7113 or info@bakerfreelib.org to schedule an appointment in advance. We CANNOT assist walk-in passport needs. Appointment times are during our open hours, Monday through Saturday, and take approximately 30 minutes per person. We do not schedule appointments or review applications during the hour before we close each day.Prior to your appointment, please take a moment to download this checklist to verify you will have what you need to submit your passport application or visit http://travel.state.gov.
For directions to the Library, visit our Directions page under the About Us tab above.
Reminder: we do NOT process passport renewals. Passport renewals are done using an online form and mailing it yourself, Visit the US State Department Passport Renewals page for more details.
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