[Publib] Career Opportunity

[Recruiter]

Hello all,

The following is a job ad for the Columbus Metropolitan Library:

Director of Public Services, Columbus Metropolitan Library, Columbus Ohio:  As the lead architect of the Public Services department, you will add dimension and color to a provenly successful blueprint at one of the top-ranked and top circulating libraries in the nation.  Your focus will be on leading the management teams at a Main Library, 20 branch libraries, and a “virtual” branch to successfully implement innovative public service initiatives while continuing excellence in customer service in a community of avid library users and supporters. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will manage a budget of $24 million and a staff of 800.  You will work with other Executive Leadership Team members to develop strategy and assist with the achievement of the library’s vision.  2007 challenges include implementation of a new marketing plan and brand image, revision of the public services programs, identifying and mentoring staff as a part of succession planning and development of a long range facilities plan.  Key characteristics of the successful candidate will include demonstrated presentation skills, strategic agility, and a quick grasp of process management and systems thinking.  Salary commensurate with experience; current range $96,200-$144,000. Excellent benefits package in a location, recently named by Money magazine as one of the nation’s best places to live.  Home of the Ohio State Buckeyes, OCLC, and NHL hockey, the region is host to a large student population and the location of world renowned research centers.  For more information about Columbus Metropolitan Library and a full job description, access www.columbuslibrary.org.  Equal Opportunity Employer.



Recruiting & Staffing
Human Resources Department
Columbus Metropolitan Library