Library Annual Report

01 May 2013

Click here for the 2012 annual report to the community from the Watervliet Public Library. Thank you to all of you who add to our successes!

Library Director Opening

01 May 2013

The Watervliet Public Library is seeking an energetic, visionary leader with a deep commitment to public library service for its Director.

Serving a constituency of over 10,000 the Library is governed by five trustees and its total operating costs total over $55,000. The Library is currently engaged in a building project for a new 1,000+ s.f. expansion to the facility. In the past five years circulation, library visits, and program attendance have all significantly increased. We are looking for a Director to continue this upward trajectory and lead us to new successes.

The Library Director holds primary responsibility for the operation and management of the Library. Duties include financial management, public relations, personnel management, fundraising, grant writing and participation in promotion and programming intended to improve library services to our community.

Required: MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited university, public library experience (urban library experience a plus), previous supervisory experience as a manager, knowledge of library automation, technology, social media, experience with fundraising, grant writing and budget management. Flexibility, communication skills, and a positive and professional attitude are a must.

To apply: email a cover letter, resume, and three references to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

25-30 hours per week. Salary $22,500 commensurate with experience.

Library Wins Stewart's Holiday Match Grant

25 March 2013

A big thank you to Stewart's for awarding the Library $750 through their Holiday Match Grant Program! The funds will be used to support the 2013 Summer Reading Program. The Summer Reading Program is an 8 week program that supports preschoolers, school-age kids and teens reading over the summer by awarding prizes, having cool events, and encouraging library use in June, July and August. Stay tuned for more information coming in the next couple of months. Happy reading!

Save the Date- I Love My Library Dinner!

27 February 2013

On Friday, April 12 the Watervliet Public Library will be holding its 8th annual "I Love My Library" dinner at the Watervliet Elks Club.

This year we will be honoring retired New York State Assembly Majority Leader Ronald J. Canestrari who has been a longtime supporter of the Watervliet Public Library. Mr. Canestrari served 37-years in public service including 24-years in the Assembly where he represented the 106th Assembly District. He served as the Majority Leader from 2007 until his retirement in 2012.

This year our dinner will feature Prime Rib and include appetizers, vegetables, dessert, coffee and tea. Vegetarian option featuring eggplant. As always, we will have many raffle baskets to win including themed baskets with: jewelry, wine, an MP3 player, restaurant gift certificates, cigars and more. In addition, we are raffling off a 40" flat screen LCD TV ($5 per chance). Winners of the raffle do not have to be present at the dinner to win.

This annual dinner is the main fundraiser for the library as we are funded primarily through donor contributions. The cost: adults $30, children $8, children under 2 years of age are free. For tickets to the dinner, raffle tickets and additional information, call the library at 274-4471 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .