Library Director Appointed

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Works under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees and serves as the Chief Administrative Officer for the Library. Plans guides and directs policies and programs in accordance with the mission and work of the Library system as required by ordinance mandates and directives of the Library Board of Trustees. Executes contracts grants and commitments on behalf of the Library as authorized by the Board. Ensures that Board members are fully informed of the conditions operations and directions of the system. Gives guidance to Board members and other officials concerning Library goals programs publications budgets and legal responsibilities. Serves as the Librarys liaison between staff and the Board. Provides staff support to Board activities as necessary. Hires administrative staff in functional areas. Supervises administrative staff to facilitate their growth development performance and productivity. Establishes staff performance standards performance reviews and competitive salary structures and programs. Delegates operational activities and responsibilities and provides support and guidance as needed. Develops procedures and activities for daytoday operation to achieve annual goals. Establishes the organizational structure for Library Services designed to support effectiveness and efficiency. Evaluates programs services and staff effectiveness. Works with other officials and organizations to promote the librarys policies goals and objectives ensure the fulfillment of the library mission and enhance the position of the organization in the community. Plans and recommends new directions for the system based on market research changes in management of notforprofit and/or municipal government agencies changes in international national regional and local trends changes in technology and/or constituency and needs of the community. Maintains effective relationships with other organizations. Develops recommends and seeks approval for a multiyear central and branch library capital development (new construction and renovation) plan and budget.
Functions as leader of an administrative team which emphasizes commitment to the welfare of the system through dedication selfdirection and contribution of expertise by all its members. Serves as the final management authority within Library Services. Serves as the liaison with local municipal county state and federal government concerning capital development issues. Travels to attend meetings at various locations throughout the City.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with management staff members clients and the general public. Requires the ability to operate general office equipment such as a personal computer and telephone. Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires the ability to operate an automobile to travel to meetings throughout the City.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office environment and involves contact with management staff members and the general public. Travel to various locations throughout the city will be required. Some evening and weekend work required.