We are pleased to assist another public library with their recruiting needs. On behalf of our client, the Wickliffe Public Library, we are seeking exceptional candidates for a new Library Director opening.
The Library Director serves as the chief administrator of the organization and leads and oversees the day-to-day operations, services, programming, and dedicated staff of the Public Library according to the policies, by-laws, and directives established by the Board of Trustees and the laws of the State of Ohio. The Library Director is responsible for maintaining a safe environment that equally serves all people in the community by addressing their informational needs and providing lifelong learning opportunities.
This is a highly accountable leadership position that also involves developing and innovating the Library’s policies, programs, practices, and technology to best serve this historic organization. Additionally, the Library Director acts as a principal advisor and strategic partner to the Board. As such, s/he ensures that strategic action plans are successfully developed and implemented and that outcomes are thoroughly reported.
Qualified candidates will have
- Experience with all aspects of library [or similar education/community-based organizational] operations, facilities management, human resources management, and public services/educational programming is required.
- Experience leading, hiring, training, developing, supervising, and evaluating staff is required.
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline is required. A Master’s degree in Library Science or Education is preferred.
- Experience in a management position within a public library is preferred.
- Experience collaborating and partnering with board members or trustees is preferred.
- Experience with grant writing is preferred.