District Director

Delta County Library District

Delta, Colorado

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$50,000.00 to $60,000.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Delta, CO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Preferred

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

--Administer, coordinate and supervise library operations and adult literacy programs throughout the District. --Prepare and administer the annual budget. --Promote library services to the public. --Contribute to long range planning, policy development and problem solving. Salary range $50,000-$60,000 plus benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Additional Info & Requirements

The ideal candidate will provide leadership in a team environment, while demonstrating adaptability and openness. The successful candidate will be able to work effectively with the Board of Trustees and the managers of the five county libraries (Crawford, Cedaredge, Delta, Hotchkiss, Paonia). The District Director provides leadership and linkages within the communities to make the libraries the center for lifelong learning, educational and recreational pursuits. The successful candidate must be personable, out-going and be able to meet the public in their surroundings. Must be willing to work side-by-side with managers and staff as well as provide leadership. --Ability to plan, coordinate and supervise library operations in five separate locations throughout Delta County. --Ability to prepare the District's annual budget and oversee its administration. --Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. --Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills. --Personnel management and leadership skills

The Community

We are a growing five branch library district located in Delta County, Colorado, situated on the western slope of Colorado near Grand Junction and Montrose. Two libraries have been extensively renovated and the others are in the process of being replaced with new buildings. Population 30,000. Position is located in the city of Delta in the recently renovated Carnegie Library Building.

HR Info

Please direct cover letter, resume, portfolio, application, and three references to Search Committee, Delta County Public Library District, PO Box 858, Delta, CO 81419

Posted Apr 19, 2007