Job Description
Provide leadership and support to 24 progressive public libraries in the north and northwest Chicago suburbs as the new Executive Director of Cooperative Computer Services (CCS). The successful candidate will lead CCS-a member driven organization-into the future through centralized affordable, reliable and progressive shared library technology. The Executive Director will collaborate with member libraries to offer stellar services to their individual communities. CCS, headquartered in Arlington Heights IL, has a reputation for excellence as a reliable ILS service provider (currently of Sirsi-Dynix Symphony) focusing on new opportunities presented by exciting emerging technologies. With a dedicated seven-member staff and a $2 million annual operating budget, CCS is unveiling a new strategic plan July 27, 2016. The CCS Executive Director reports to the CCS Governing Board and the Executive Committee, recommending and supporting best practices and trends in centralized library services related to technology and innovation.
Responsibilities. The Executive Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer leading, developing and implementing a strong, comprehensive program of cooperative technology services for its member libraries which includes: recruiting, hiring and training CCS staff; creating and promoting a current training program for member library staffs; coordinating the activities of the membership; working and negotiating with vendors serving as a liaison between vendor services and member libraries; serving as the Chief Financial Officer establishing and working within an annual budget; understanding and sharing library technology best practices as they apply to member libraries and their services to their communities. Please visit CCS Executive Director Position Description for complete information.
Additional Info & Requirements
Qualifications. Qualifications include five years’ library technology experience; two years’ library consortium or cooperative technology experience; five years of increasingly responsible supervisory, project and staff management experience or the equivalent background and experience that will enable the candidate to effectively perform the work required. A Master’s Degree in Library Science is preferred. Desirable qualifications are public library experience and course work and/or IT certification and library technology. Additional attributes are the ability to work with people in a friendly, approachable, and tactful manner; considerable knowledge of current public library practices, procedures and technology; knowledge of budgeting and strategic planning; ability to exercise leadership and effectively implement and manage change; ability to exercise professional judgment analyzing and solving problems; and ability to set priorities and make independent decisions.
The Community
Arlington Heights (IL), a Northwest Chicago suburb of 75,000 residents, is an attractive destination to work, live and play! The village is lively and vibrant with a strong sense of community. It is the 12th largest municipality in Illinois and has shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation options in a pedestrian-friendly environment with a convenient commuter stop leading to downtown Chicago and O’Hare International Airport. Arlington Heights also has award-winning schools, an outstanding public library, and an excellent parks system within established, friendly neighborhoods. With a long tradition of community pride and collaboration, Arlington Heights is committed to helping residents thrive. For more information about CCS and Arlington Heights, visit CCS Links.
HR Info
For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates via email or phone. To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or pdf attachments to Dan Bradbury. The position closes September 4, 2016.