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THE POSITION
Candidates who apply for this position should enjoy working with an an engaged supportive community The last library tax measure passed with over 75% resident approval This position offers an opportunity for innovative cross-department collaboration with Cultural Services in in in park settings as as well as as the chance to work with County municipalities The successful candidate will be joining a a a a a a group of staff experts dedicated to keeping the County a a a a a high-performing organization MCFL currently has 197 full time time employees as as well as as 107 43 budgeted positions for part-time and contingent/temporary staff members The 20/21 revenue budget is projected at $17 5 million Serving as the the the the administrative leader of the the the the Library System the the the the MCFL Director ensures the the the the smooth delivery of library services throughout the the County The incumbent acts as the the departmental chief executive officer and and is is accountable for accomplishing departmental goals and and objectives within general policy guidelines established by the the Library Commission and the the Board of Supervisors In addition the the the the Director is expected to to provide a a a a a leadership role within the the the the library the the the the community and the the the the library profession The ideal candidate will:
» Be a a a a a a a a a a strategic thinker with a a a a a a a a a a commitment to diversity equity and and inclusion for the organization’s culture and and public services is critical » Implement policy develop goals and and and objectives select and and supervise staff administer the library budget and and administer operations and activities in in concert with the Library management team » Be a a a a a a a a a a a a a a participative and visionary manager who sets clear expectations while working with employees toward end goals They will solicit input from others evaluate the the situation and be confident in in their decision-making » Be strategic with an an an an eye on on on on on operational excellence and and and efficiency Stay abreast of best practices and be be able to introduce and and implement new ideas and and processes to staff » Be innovative extroverted energetic and and personable They will be active in professional associations and visible in in and interactive with the community They will be patient flexible and and hands on when required