Deputy Director, Library Operations & Public Service

Palibraries; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 113,400 - 148,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits package

Job summary

Charles County Public Library in Maryland is seeking a Deputy Director to provide systemwide leadership for operations and public services across CCPL's four branches and outreach programs. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will guide branch operations, collections, programming, technology, and facilities while translating priorities into high-quality service.

The ideal candidate has strong managerial and communicational skills, experience with public library operations, and a track

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years of management experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Professional Librarian Certification within six months of hire.
• Experience fostering labor–management relations in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide systemwide leadership for library operations and public services across CCPL.
• Supervise assigned managers and staff and collaborate across departments.
• Assist the Executive Director with budget development, strategic planning, policy recommendations, and capital planning.
• Serve as acting Executive Director when designated.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Public library operations

Labor relations

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science / Library and Information Science (ALA-accredited)

Job description

Charles County Public Library in Maryland is seeking a Deputy Director to provide systemwide leadership for operations and public services across CCPL's four branches and outreach programs. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will guide branch operations, collections, programming, technology, and facilities while translating priorities into high-quality service.

The ideal candidate has strong managerial and communicational skills, experience with public library operations, and a track