CEO – Southern Maryland Regional Library Association. “Advance Library Excellence” as the next CEO of the Southern Maryland Regional Library Association
(SMRLA). With an excellent staff (15FTE), an annual $3 million
operating budget, and a nine-member governing Board of Trustees, SMRLA
will continue to provide new and ongoing library services and products
to its three member libraries serving the 370,000+ residents of Calvert,
Charles, and St. Mary’s Counties. The Board of Trustees seeks a
progressive leader to be an enthusiastic advocate with State and local
partners, an inspirational CEO for SMRLA staff, and a collaborative
partner with its member Library Directors. Key opportunities for the CEO
include implementing the strategic plan, creating a stronger regional
library system through strong governance, continuing staff development,
succession planning, and creating sustainable revenue streams. The
successful candidate will be a co-partner with member Libraries in the
areas of innovative technologies, resource sharing, advocacy, and
exploration of future funding potential. Established by the State of
Maryland, SMRLA is located in St. Mary’s County (Charlotte Hall), MD.
The three counties served by SMRLA—St. Mary’s County (113,000 population), Calvert County (91,000 population), and Charles County
(146,000 population)—are centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic corridor
close to Washington, D.C., Annapolis and Baltimore. Home to crabbing,
fishing, and farming, the area is also home to the high-tech Naval Air
Station Patuxent River and has a deep appreciation of a combined focus
on its historical foundations and its dynamic outlook. Southern Maryland
boasts a thousand miles of shoreline with fossil-laden cliffs, quiet
tidal inlets and sandy beaches. The result of this unique geography is a
maritime heritage of skipjacks, steamboats and lighthouses, a network
of scenic byways joining resort towns and picturesque communities and an
abundance of state and national parks offering a diverse variety of
water-based recreational activities. The area also boasts of excellent
public schools and a wealth of cultural amenities. To learn more about
SMRLA and the area, see SMRLA Links.
Responsibilities. The CEO directs, coordinates, and manages the
activities and operations of the Southern Maryland Regional Library
Association. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing
organizational leadership and direction to ensure optimal operations;
recommend, develop and implement strategic initiatives in conjunction
with the Board of Trustees, Member Library Directors, and SMRLA Staff;
and serve as the principal representative to state government agencies
and organizations to promote visibility, influence, and funding for
SMRLA Libraries. In addition, the CEO will also oversee the ongoing
programs and services offered by the Association and continue to enhance
those programs and services offered to the citizens of Calvert, Charles
and St. Mary’s Counties.
Qualifications. Minimum
qualifications are: (1) a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an
ALA-accredited program; (2) the Public Library Director’s Certificate
from the Maryland State Library or the ability to secure such
certification within 120 days of hire; and (3)a minimum of five years of
experience in a library organization and three years in a supervisory
role. Additional qualifications include knowledge of library trends and
best practices, strong interpersonal communication skills, knowledge of
state-of-the-art library technologies, and successful experience with
budget preparation and financial reporting. Desirable skills also
include the ability to work collaboratively with Trustees, Member
Libraries, staff, and local and state officials and experience reporting
to a governing board.
Compensation. The position offers a
hiring salary range of $90,000 - $110,000 (dependent upon experience and
qualifications), relocation assistance, and an attractive benefits
package.
For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Karen Miller on or before the closing date of April 5, 2020.
