Job Description
The Community Library Network is seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Director who is passionate about the mission of public libraries. This is a full-time, benefited position. Expert skills are needed to manage, coordinate, and support all public service and programming efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, team-building, and communication skills.
As a key member of the Community Library Network’s administrative team, the Assistant Director inspires a high level of service and innovation among the Community Library Network team. The Assistant Director builds a high-performing team of managers and coordinators that supports the library experience and the organization’s goals. A Master's Degree in library and information science is required along with five years' library of progressively responsible library administration experience.
The Community
The Community Library Networks serves Kootenai County and a small portion of Shoshone County in north Idaho. The library district consists of 8 libraries (7 branches and bookmobile service.) This area of Idaho attracts a high number of retirees and tourists. The area offers a stable economy, low crime rate, and a relatively low cost of living. The area is experiencing significant growth with the growth rate about four times the national average.