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Library Director, North Central Regional Library, Wenatchee, WA

Posted April 20, 2018

Library Director, North Central Regional Library – Wenatchee, WA

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North Central Regional Library is seeking an experienced and talented Library Director. This Full Time position is looking for an individual who can provide leadership and continuity to the library. The Library Director plans, manages, and directs the operations, programs, and services of the North Central Regional Library System, which includes branches in Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Grant, and Okanogan counties. This is a chief executive level position responsible for overall management and operations of the Library. The position reports directly to the Library’s Board of Trustees. The position is responsible for ensuring that the Library’s mission, policies, and practices are in alignment, and that its strategic objectives are being met.

Hiring Process

Completed applications must be submitted online by Monday, April 30, 2018 at 5:00PM. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

All applications must contain the following:

  • A resume not to exceed two pages in length
  • A cover letter clearly detailing relevant work experience and training
  • NCRL application. This will be emailed to you directly after submission of your resume and must be completed and sent back by the application deadline.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Works with the Board of Trustees to develop vision and mission, to develop policy and strategic objectives, and to create and implement long and short term goals.
  • Manages all areas of Library operations in a manner that ensures efficient delivery of high-quality services.
  • Assesses Library needs and develops a budget using cost saving measures to meet those needs with available resources. Pursues grants and other sources of funding.
  • Remains abreast of current trends and best practices related to libraries and technology.
  • Evaluates efficiency and effectiveness of library services, and develops recommendations for improvement in those areas.
  • Stays abreast of trends, legislation, and regulations which may impact library operations.
  • Presents information orally and in writing to the Library Board of Trustees, other organizations, the media, the public, and others.
  • Works with cities and local governments to build, repair, and maintain relationships that enhance mutual goals and further the library’s mission.
  • Serves as a staff representative to the Library Board of Trustees and facilitates Board meetings.
  • Works with managers and the Human Resources Department regarding promotions, transfers, and terminations of staff, as appropriate.
  • Hires, trains, supervises, and monitors performance of library personnel.
  • Promotes public knowledge of and interest in library services and programs, and serves as a liaison to the community.
  • Cultivates skills in collaboration and leadership as they relate to community development throughout the five-county system.

The organization offers a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision and much more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Qualifications

  • Master’s degree (M. A.) in Library Science from an ALA accredited school and a State of Washington Librarian Certificate, or the ability to acquire one within three months of hire.
  • Five to ten years of progressively responsible library administration experience including at least five years in a supervisory capacity.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the Library Board of Trustees, managers, employees, patrons, and the general public.
  • Ability to administer the activities of a public library system and to supervise the work of others. Ability to develop short and long term plans and objectives. Ability to maintain knowledge of standard library principles and practices, including concepts of freedom of speech, copyrights, collection development, patron confidentiality, censorship, and other issues of library ethics.
  • Proficiency with computers, popular library software, internet, and digital communications.
  • Thorough ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, officials or other agencies, and the general public.
  • Applicants must hold a valid driver’s license or possess a suitable means of transportation.
  • Applicants must pass a background and reference check.
  • Spanish language skills are preferred.
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