Library Director - Baltimore County Public Library (MD). Are you the next leader for the Baltimore County Public Library
(MD)? Do you value customers and communities, equal access and
intellectual freedom, flexibility and collaboration, and diversity and
inclusion through continuous improvement? You may be the perfect
candidate to work with a committed seven-member appointed governing
Board of Trustees, 493 (FTE) dedicated staff, and the Friends and
Foundation to serve the 832,000+ Baltimore County residents. Operating
with a $44 million annual budget, BCPL hosts 9 million visitors a year
at its 19 locations, 4 bookmobiles, and its virtual branch.
Located in the geographic center of Maryland, Baltimore County
is a collection of vibrant, thriving suburban and rural communities
offering something for everyone. Surrounding the City of Baltimore, the
County has 214 miles of waterfront with endless recreational
opportunities, wineries, arts and cultural opportunities, and historic
sites and museums. Nationally recognized public schools, 20 colleges in
the region, and strong neighborhoods create a vision for the future
while honoring its past. The County’s dynamic economy spans every major
industry and is Maryland’s second largest job center—home to more than
20,000 businesses. In addition to its wonderful neighborhoods, strong
and diversified economic base, attractions, and educational
opportunities, Baltimore County is part of the Baltimore-Washington
metropolitan area with Washington, D.C.—a short drive or train ride
away. Baltimore County offers an unbeatable quality of life. For
additional information, see BCPL Links.
Responsibilities.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees and working closely with County
Administration, the Library Director has administrative responsibility
for Baltimore County Public Library. The Director is responsible for
managing library services and programs that respond to community needs;
communicating a vision of public library service to the public, staff,
Library Board of Trustees, and public officials; submitting an annual
budget to Baltimore County government; and overseeing all areas of the
Library’s operations. This includes developing and establishing
partnerships throughout the County working collaboratively with local,
state, and federal government, including elected officials, as well as
agencies, community groups, and businesses.
Qualifications.
Minimum qualifications are: a Master’s Degree in Library/Information
Science from an ALA-accredited program and a comprehensive knowledge of
public library operations normally acquired through a minimum of five to
seven years of management experience in a complex library or nonprofit
organization including a minimum of three years supervisory experience.
Must have or the ability to acquire and maintain librarian certification
from the State of Maryland. Essential skills include: excellent
internal and external communication skills that inspire and motivate;
the ability to develop and implement a shared vision of innovative
library service; skill in building and maintaining effective
relationships with the Library Board, staff, Friends and Foundation,
local officials, and community leaders; experience in strategic
visioning and planning; sound fiscal management; and successful
experience implementing services and programs. Proven experience
reporting to a policy-making board and success in collaborating with
county or municipal officials are highly desirable. Please see BCPL Director Position Description for additional details.
Compensation. The starting salary range is $170,000 – 190,000 dependent on qualifications with a competitive benefits package.
For further information, please visit Bradbury Miller Associates. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and résumé as Word or PDF attachments to Karen Miller, karenmiller@bradburymiller.com. This position will close October 4, 2020.
