[Publib] Library Director posting-Prince George's County Memorial Library System

[Jobeth Bradbury]

LIBRARY DIRECTOR - PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY (MD) MEMORIAL LIBRARY SYSTEM

 

The Board of Library Trustees of the Prince George's County Memorial
Library System-serving  841,315 suburban Maryland residents
immediately north, east and south of the nation's capital-seeks an
experienced and energetic library leader as its next director.  The
System serves an increasingly diverse population-epitomizing the
changing face of America-through 18 branches and an active outreach
program.  With a dedicated staff of 346 FTEs, a collection of 1.9
million items and a $26.4 million annual budget, the Board seeks an
experienced library executive capable of transforming the System into
a model of innovative library programs serving the needs of County
residents. 

 

Responsibilities. The Director of the Prince George's County Memorial
Library System reports to a seven-member Board of Trustees and has
overall responsibility for developing and maintaining an effective
program of library services for the County.  Overall responsibilities
include: developing, monitoring, and implementing a strategic planning
process resulting in a shared vision for the Library; proposing
recommendations and implementing Board policies and effective
operating procedures; developing and maintaining effective internal
and external communications; providing sound fiscal management while
strengthening current funding sources and seeking additional revenue
sources; organizing and administering the System's resources to carry
out its strategic goals; and representing the Library on a variety of
county, state and national committees and projects.  Additional
information on the Library and area can be found at
www.gossagesager.com/pgcmlslinks.htm.  

 

Minimum Qualifications. A master's degree in library science from an
ALA accredited program and a minimum of seven years of progressively
responsible public library experience with at least five years of
executive level experience in an urban or suburban library.  Essential
attributes include: vision and creativity; skill in leading a diverse
team of talented professionals to achieve high standards in setting
and meeting established goals; political acumen; thorough knowledge of
budgeting and financial management; collaboration and
consensus-building skills; and a solid understanding of philosophy,
trends and "best practices" in the library and information technology
fields.  Proven experience reporting to a policy-making board,
collaborating with county or municipal officials and working in a
union environment is highly desirable.


 


Compensation.  Starting salary range $135,000-165,000 (negotiable,
dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an outstanding
fringe benefits package.


 


To Apply Or Obtain Further Information.  Prince George's County
Memorial Library System Board of Library Trustees requests all
inquiries, nominations and applications be forwarded to the library
executive search firm of Gossage Sager Associates.  For additional
information or to apply send a cover letter and current resume via
e-mail to danbradbury at gossagesager.com. This position closes January
31, 2009.     


 

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY MEMORIAL LIBRARY - AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER

 

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