Executive Director - Library Connection Inc. (LCI) is seeking an experienced and innovative
Executive Director to provide leadership and support for administration
of an automated library system (Innovative Interfaces) and transit
service serving a 30 member (29 public, 1 academic) consortium
headquartered in Windsor, CT. The successful candidate will exhibit
dynamic communication, consensus building, advocacy and problem-solving
skills and a commitment to responding to rapidly changing library
service needs in the face of challenging fiscal realities. With a
dedicated, skilled staff of seven and a $1.2 million annual operating
budget, the Executive Director will provide the vision and guidance
necessary for LCI to excel in areas such as strategic planning,
marketing, content creation and technologies.
Located midpoint between Boston and New York City, the area served
by LCI is rich in work and educational opportunities, housing,
historical points of interest, and cultural and recreation activities.
See ctvisit.com and visitconnecticut.com/hartford_central/things-to-do-and-see/.
Responsibilities: The Executive
Director reports to the LCI Board of Directors and is responsible for
all administrative aspects of LCI’s member services, staff, and daily
operations. Key areas of responsibility are: staff administration; all
fiduciary responsibilities related to a non-profit organization; and
services and operations related to member libraries, vendors, staff and
other key stakeholders. For a complete description, please see the LCI Executive Director Position Description.
Qualifications: The skills and knowledge required include a
Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA
accredited program and a minimum of 8-10 years of progressively
responsible library experience, including at least 5 years in a
managerial position, and a proactive leadership style. A second Master’s
degree in Business Administration or Public Administration is
desirable. The successful candidate will have a demonstrable record of
achievement, strong project and time management skills, experience in
budgeting, marketing and strategic planning, customer service oriented
work habits, and substantial diplomatic and consensus building skills.
Experience with Innovative Interfaces software products and consortia,
along with evidence of engagement in the broader library community, is
preferred.
Compensation: The starting salary range is $100,000-$120,000 with an attractive benefits package.
Applications received by November 1, 2019
will receive first consideration. To find out more about Library Connection, please visit libraryconnection.info. To see the complete job posting, job description and to apply, please use the online application portal. Library Connection, Inc. is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the
workforce. EOE/AA
