Chief Executive Officer – Prince George’s County Memorial Library System (MD)

Chief Executive Officer – Prince George’s County Memorial Library System (MD).

     Imagining Opportunities - Connecting Community – Shaping Lives. The Prince George’s County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) Board of Trustees is seeking a visionary new CEO who, through dynamic leadership, will help to ensure that the Library System becomes one of the Nation’s best. Cultivating valued relationships with new and existing stakeholders, the CEO will have demonstrated talent in building and maintaining, connections with the broader community. The CEO will, through opportunity and connectivity, provide positive learning pathways to change the lives of the nearly one million County residents. Key lifelong learning focus areas of the Library’s 2017 Strategic Plan include: Tech Connect, Ready 2 Read, and Learning U. Supporting student achievement, the Library’s LINK partnership connects Prince George’s County public school students to the Library’s resources through ID cards eliminating barriers to student access. Governed by a seven-member Board, PGCMLS serves its constituency through a stellar staff (312 FTE), a $30 million annual budget, 19 locations plus a Correctional Facility library, and twelve active, contributing Friends of the Library groups. The ideal CEO will bring extraordinary passion, innovation, and a demonstrated commitment to a diverse, multicultural, and very engaged community of customers and potential partners. Please visit PGCMLS CEO Brochure for additional information about the position!

     Prince George’s County, the second largest county in Maryland, is a family-friendly, vibrant, growing county with 27 municipalities. It is proud to be home to seven colleges and universities, including the University of Maryland, Bowie State University and Prince George's Community College. Also, Prince George’s is home for some of the region’s top attractions. Residents and visitors enjoy the National Harbor on the Potomac, FedExField – home of the NFL Washington Redskins, NASA Goddard Space Flight center, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Show Place Arena, a vibrant Hyattsville Arts Corridor, and the Publick Playhouse. In addition to local historical, cultural and recreational amenities, you will find yourself minutes from downtown Washington, D.C., historic Annapolis and Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Enjoy and explore Prince George’s County and Prince George’s County Memorial Library System at PGCMLS Links.
     Responsibilities. The CEO, reporting to the Board of Trustees, oversees a nationally recognized library system. This position provides overall strategic and operational leadership with full responsibility for, but not limited to, the following areas: personnel and fiscal management; marketing and communications; fundraising and development; emergent technologies; facilities; and external partnership development through engagement with key stakeholder groups. Valuing transparency, trust, and collegiality, the CEO will lead a large, complex and innovative organization to its full and exciting potential.
     Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a Masters’ Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited program and five years of management experience in a complex organization. Additional skills include political acumen, strong communication skills, ability to think and plan strategically, the ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders, and demonstrated ability in fiscal management. Experience in a public library with multiple locations, reporting to a governing board, working in a multicultural environment, and collective bargaining are desired qualifications. Compensation. The starting salary range is $175,000 - $195,000 (with placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with 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 Dan Bradbury on or before the closing date of September 16, 2018.

Executive Director - Bergen County Cooperative Library System

Executive Director - Bergen County Cooperative Library System. Lead the Bergen County Cooperative Library System, a dynamic, forward-thinking consortium of 76 public libraries in northern New Jersey (headquartered in Hackensack) as its next Executive Director. Implementing BCCLS’s first strategic plan, the new Executive Director, in collaboration with member libraries, will focus on the core values of efficiencies and stewardship of public monies, shared leadership, the wisdom of peer member libraries, and the public it serves. The successful candidate will exhibit superior leadership, communication, advocacy and problem-solving skills, have an intellectual curiosity and be open to new ideas and innovation. With a dedicated, motivated staff of 11FTE and a $3.2 million annual operating budget, the Executive Director will serve BCCLS’s member libraries representing four counties (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Passaic) in the areas of marketing, technologies, content creation and political advocacy. Understanding the unique needs of the members and envisioning the future of the organization are vital roles of the next Executive Director.
     Bergen County is in the northeastern corner of New Jersey in the heart of the New York Metropolitan area. The County is home to nearly one million residents and enjoys vibrant and diverse business and residential communities. The County includes 9,000 acres of land dedicated to cultural and recreational opportunities including 21 parks, horseback riding areas, 38 museums and historic sites. Bergen County offers an outstanding quality of life, an educated workforce, diverse housing stock, and award-winning schools. For additional information on BCCLS and Bergen County, visit BCCLS Links.
     Responsibilities. The BCCLS Executive Director is responsible for all administrative aspects of BCCLS services, staff, and operation. The Executive Director reports to the BCCLS Executive Board and the position is governed by the BCCLS Personnel Manual and an employment contract. Key areas of responsibility are: staff administration; all fiduciary responsibilities; and services and operations with member libraries, vendors, staff, and other key stakeholders. For a complete description, see BCCLS Executive Director Position Description.
     Qualifications. Minimum requirements include a Master’s Degree in Library and information Science from an ALA-accredited program and a minimum of five years of experience working as a professional librarian in a managerial position in a public library. Preferred qualifications include a demonstrable record of achievement in public library work, proven acuity in financial planning, familiarity with ILS systems, the ability to manage a diverse and talented office staff, the ability to bring together a large group of library directors and trustees to work together for the best interests of the consortium, vision and creativity regarding the changing landscape of library services, and experience reporting to a governing board. Consortium experience is desirable.
     Compensation. The starting salary range is $130,000-155,000 with an attractive benefits package.
     For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to Jobeth Bradbury before the closing date of February 11, 2018.

President & CEO - Howard County Library System (MD)

President & CEO - Are you the next leader for Howard County Library System (MD), a world-class system that embodies the philosophy, “Libraries = Education”? Do you want to work with a seven-member Board of Trustees and community partners to lead the design and delivery of curriculum for all ages, deliver extraordinary customer service, unleash creativity and innovation, and embrace the Howard County Library System vision? Howard County Library System (HCLS) is an award-winning educational institution that ranks among the finest in the country. With seven branches, a $22.5 million annual budget, and a 239 FTE stellar staff, it is a 21st-century library model, with a position, purpose, and curriculum worthy of study and consideration by every library in America, if not the world. HCLS’ unique focus on three pillars: Self-Directed Education, Research Assistance & Instruction, and Instructive & Enlightening Experiences positions HCLS to fulfill its mission of “We deliver high-quality public education for all.” In 2016, HCLS loaned 7.9 million items and welcomed 2.2 million visitors.
     Designated as an “All-American County” by the National Civic League, Howard County, Maryland is one of the nation’s most outstanding places to live, work and play! Howard County residents (population: 300,000) enjoy a balanced blend of pastoral farms, historic towns, suburban communities, and urban lifestyle. Diversity surrounds you—from Columbia (one of the largest planned communities in the country) to Historic Ellicott City’s Main Street, filled with antiques, boutiques and cozy restaurants. Howard County has been recognized as “America’s Best Places to Live”, “Best Educated,” and “Seventh Best School System in the Country.” For leisure activities, there are parks, golf courses, lakes, and over 200 miles of walking, hiking and biking trails. Centrally located in the Baltimore-Washington Corridor, Howard County is the strategic location of choice for a diverse and thriving business base. Major employers include: Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, Lorien Health Systems, Verizon, and Wells Fargo. Howard County’s population of 300,000 people includes the highest concentration of professional, scientific and technical workers in the state, contributing to its strong economy. For additional information, see HCL Links.
     Responsibilities. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the President & CEO oversees a nationally recognized system where innovation and creativity are encouraged and rewarded. The President & CEO directs all aspects of HCLS, with full responsibility for: personnel and fiscal management; developing and implementing all components of HCLS Operating and Capital budgets; setting the direction for all components of HCLS’ three-pronged curriculum; continuing the implementation of Vision 2020: Education for All; and establishing partnerships throughout the region working collaboratively with local, state, and federal government, including elected officials, as well as agencies, community groups, and businesses.
     Qualifications. A Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited program and five years of management experience. Preferred qualifications include an additional degree in a related field, commitment to the HCLS vision, extraordinary people skills, ability and desire to work in a culturally diverse community, team building talent and superior communication skills. Experience reporting to a governing Board and working in a multi-branch system are desired. The ideal President & CEO will be an outstanding leader, relationship builder, collaborator, communicator, innovator, and strategic thinker. A sense of humor is also important!
     Compensation. The starting salary range is $150,000 - $186,000 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 Dan Bradbury. This position will close December 17, 2017.

Director – North Country Library System, New York State

Director – North Country Library System, New York State. Take a leadership role and assist public libraries in northern New York State to achieve new levels of innovative service and resource sharing. The North Country Library System seeks a visionary leader responsive to member library and community needs, and skilled in focusing the efforts of a talented staff to be its next Director. NCLS is a cooperative of 65 public libraries covering Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego and St. Lawrence Counties in New York State. With a $2.2 million budget and 20 FTE staff, NCLS is a member focused organization with a mission to provide collaborative services that strengthen our libraries. NCLS’s recently renovated 14,000 square-foot, solar powered headquarters is situated on a beautiful eleven-acre wooded lot bordering the Black River in Watertown, NY.
     The North Country region offers a vibrant blend of outdoor activities, safe, affordable communities and easy access to the advantages of larger cities. Watertown is a growing small city that is a few miles from Lake Ontario and the Thousand Islands region. The Adirondacks, Kingston and Ottawa, Ontario, and Syracuse are all nearby. The area is a recreational playground with numerous opportunities for boating, kayaking, whitewater rafting, hiking, fishing, skiing and much more. The blend of recreation, cultural opportunities, education with six colleges in the area, good schools and one of the lowest costs of living in the state make this a great place to live.
     Responsibilities. The System Director, under the general direction of the Board of Trustees, is responsible for the administration of System operations. The Director supervises the department managers and works with the Board, staff and library Directors to align System services with the member libraries’ needs and priorities. For the complete position description, see NCLS Director Responsibilities.
     Qualifications. An ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science; the ability to obtain a NY State Public Librarian Certificate; a minimum of eight years post MLS experience, three years in an administrative capacity. Essential abilities and experience include creativity, enthusiasm, superior written and oral communications skills; political acumen; consensus-building skills; experience in recruiting, evaluating and mentoring staff; a thorough knowledge of library trends and best practices; an understanding of innovative library technology; proven success working with and reporting to a governing board.
     Salary. The hiring salary range is $85,000 - $100,000 (with placement being dependent on experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package.
     For further information go to www.nclsweb.org.
     To start the application process, submit a cover letter, resume and references to NCLSDIRECTORSEARCH@ncls.org on or before the closing date of June 30, 2017.