Public Library System Director

Overview

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Under general direction of the Wisconsin Valley Library Service Board of Trustees, the System Director provides leadership for the system and has the responsibility and authority for hiring and managing the system staff; maintaining compliance with pertinent laws and regulations; developing and implementing services to support WVLS member libraries; and carrying out policy decisions of the WVLS Board. The System Director provides vision and leadership for WVLS and administers the services and activities of the System.

The position supports and acts as the agent for the Board in its execution of powers and duties. The System Director represents WVLS in local, state and national venues and advocates for the best interests of the libraries within the WVLS area and provides consulting services to member libraries. A full position description may be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Minimum of six years of library or library system management experience, with a history of increasing responsibility.
• Extensive knowledge of the library and information service resources, including a thorough understanding of current trends and developments in library automation and technology.
• Proven innovative leadership and ability in administration, planning, budgeting, program management, personnel supervision, fundraising, negotiation and communication.
• An articulate public speaker, with strong written and oral communication skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to consensus-building and collaborative action.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library trustees and staff, member libraries, local and state officials and other groups.
• Demonstrated political insight and understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.

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