Job Description
Western Colorado's Garfield County Public Library District (GCPLD) is primed and ready for its next big step forward! We're looking for a leader who can help us build our level of professionalism; define and achieve excellence; and guide our six-branch library system to become an employer of choice within our community and in the field of public libraries.
Who We Are
GCPLD is a great place to work. Whether you're a paid employee or volunteer, we seek individuals who share our commitment to providing professional, outstanding customer service to all of our patrons in each of our six branches. Equally important is building a positive, empowering, and challenging work environment for all of our staff.
Mission: To connect our communities to a world of possibilities.
Vision: To be a trusted and valued resource to everyone in our communities.
Core Values: Balance, Community, Empowerment, Excellence, and Innovation
Explore Our Community
Garfield County, Colorado is a jewel within the Rocky Mountains. The Roaring Fork River winds its way through Carbondale until it meets the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs. From there, the Colorado River meanders along the I-70 corridor, from the world-famous Glenwood Hot Springs Resort to the beautiful alpine vistas of Parachute, and beyond.
In Garfield County you'll have ample outdoor activities to experience including skiing at nearby resorts (Sunlight, Aspen, Vail, Breckenridge and more); fishing, rafting, hiking, biking, camping, rock climbing, and the list goes on! This is home to vast wilderness areas and popular hiking trails like Hanging Lake, a designated National Natural Landmark.
Visit the eclectic town of Carbondale where you can try out local breweries and explore art exhibits, or head west to visit Colorado's wine country in Palisade or the Colorado National Monument.
You can access several regional airports (Eagle, Grand Junction, or Montrose) within an hour or two, or utilize Denver International Airport which is roughly 200 miles east.
It's all right here waiting for you!
Who You Are
- A high caliber individual that can lead with emotional intelligence (EQ). It's critical that you can empathize with others, invest in a team atmosphere, diffuse conflicts when they occur, and trust staff to carry out important tasks.
- Able to develop and implement strategic goals and objectives.
- Can communicate clearly and concisely, especially with preparation of presentations, reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials using a variety of computer systems and software applications.
- Have the ability to effectively manage workplace diversity, and understand, celebrate and serve diverse communities.
- Collaborative, takes initiative, and fosters a culture that encourages innovation.
- Can conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendations.
- Can maintain a personal commitment to providing exceptional public service.
Core Role Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes, and administers operations of the Library District either directly or by empowering and directing leaders and staff at all levels; coordinates and evaluates the work of the District in accordance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and adopted policies and objectives of the Board of Trustees; openly provides guidance and leadership to ensure staff work is completed on time and accurately.
- Fosters communication and partnership across divisions and departments to direct and coordinate strategic plans, goals, objectives, programs, and policies for the Board of Trustees and the District; develops administrative policies, procedures, and work standards to ensure strategic plans, goals, and objectives are met, and services are provided in an effective, efficient, and economical manner.
- Creates a culture that recognizes and rewards staff contributions; collaborates with District leaders to drive the District to become an employer of choice.
- Oversees the preparation of the District's annual budget and periodic budget adjustments for Board consideration and approval; conducts studies and makes oral and written budget presentations; authorizes directly or through staff, budget transfers, expenditures, and purchases; explores potential revenue sources; collaborates with the Library Foundation on fund raising activities; pursues grant funding opportunities; provides information regarding the financial condition and needs to the Board of Trustees.
- Develops and standardizes policies, procedures, and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, projects, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies best practices and opportunities for improvement.
- Partners with Human Resources to support the employee lifecycle including the selection, training, professional development, work evaluation and offboarding of District staff; oversees the implementation of effective employee relations and related programs; provides policy guidance and interpretation to staff.
- Ensures the Board is kept informed of District functions, activities, issues, programs, and financial status, and of legal, social, and economic issues affecting District activities; maintains open communication and transparency with staff and the Board; provides regular updates to the Board Chair and other standing or ad hoc committees.
- Prepares and recommends long-term and short-term plans for District programs, services, and funding; directs the development of specific proposals for action regarding current and future District needs; participates in Library Board meetings including presenting reports and policy matters for Board review.
Education & Experience
- Relevant master's degree and minimum of ten (10) years of progressive library experience, with at least four (4) years in a leadership capacity.
- Master of Library Science (MLS) or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) preferred.
Compensation, Benefits, Perks and the Fun Stuff
Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive compensation and benefits package.
The salary range for this position is $115,910 - $147,934 annually (placement dependent on experience and qualifications); excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision; District contribution to your retirement account; investment in your professional development; and paid time off to enjoy all that comes with living in beautiful Garfield County!
You won't work in just any office building, you'll be in the community hub for live music, art, engaging events, and community conversations; supported by staff who are capable and motivated to bring outstanding services to the public and to achieve great things!
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://gcpld.isolvedhire.com/jobs/495490-89234.html
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
Medical, dental, vision; retirement contribution; disability; paid time off
Additional Info & Requirements
Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible library experience, of which at least four (4) years should be in a lead, supervisory, or management capacity.
The Community
The town of Carbondale is nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains at an altitude of 6,171 feet. World class ski resorts, including Aspen, Snowmass and Sunlight, are located within 45 miles of this charming community. Carbondale residents enjoy a lively arts and music community, great dining, community gatherings and a wide range of economic, social and philosophical viewpoints.
Denver, the Mile High City, is 170 miles to the east of Carbondale and offers a wide variety of entertainment & sporting events, restaurants, shopping and is home to Denver International Airport.
Garfield County encompasses a geographical area of almost 3,000 square miles of which approximately 60% is federal public lands, and the furthest towns are 60 miles apart from each other. The population density is 19 people per square mile.
Our communities are located in beautiful valleys surrounded by high mountain desert, snowy Rocky Mountains, and several amazing tributaries of the Colorado River. A big reason people choose to live in Garfield County is the abundance of outdoor activities, including biking, skiing, soaking in hot springs, fishing, camping, and more.
HR Info
Kim Owens, Human Resources Manager
970-625-4270