Executive Director

BlueSteps Connect; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-driven library system is seeking an Executive Director to lead the team and foster community engagement through innovative programming. This role emphasizes maintaining and expanding library services across six locations while ensuring access and equity in the community. The ideal candidate will possess a strong vision for library services' future and experience in partnership development, creating a vibrant, resilient community through the library's resources. Candidates should be eager to engage with staff and community members alike.

Qualifications

• Strong vision for future library services.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and access.
• Experience in community partnership development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a community-driven library system with six locations.
• Enhance community engagement and innovative programming.
• Serve as chief strategist and primary spokesperson.

Skills

Community engagement

Innovative programming

Leadership

Strategic planning

Partnership building

Education

Master's degree in Library Science or related field

Job description

The role of Executive Director for the client is an exciting opportunity to lead a community-driven public library system in the Pacific Northwest. This position involves overseeing six library locations that serve residents across the county, offering dynamic spaces for connection, learning, and exploration. The library system is known for its innovative programs, including early literacy initiatives, youth maker programs, workshops, cultural programming, and lifelong learning opportunities. The Executive Director will be responsible for maintaining and expanding these services to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the community.

In this leadership position, the Executive Director will focus on enhancing community engagement, advancing innovative programming, and ensuring the library remains adaptable to the growth of the region. The library system has recently undergone significant investments, with each library being newly built or renovated to provide modern spaces conducive to collaboration and creativity. The facilities offer coworking spaces, meeting rooms, and advanced technology infrastructure that supports hands-on learning and maker programming. The Executive Director will serve as the chief strategist and primary spokesperson, leading staff in a culture of experimentation and responsiveness to community interests.

The client's library system is dedicated to upholding values such as equity, inclusion, and access, working to eliminate barriers and create accessible experiences for all community members. The Executive Director will be charged with fostering connections across the community and building partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and civic organizations. The aim is to bolster a thriving, resilient community through the library's resources and programs. Candidates for this role should possess a strong vision for the future of library services, coupled with a commitment to service excellence and lifelong learning. This opportunity is based in a vibrant region that combines exceptional library infrastructure with an outstanding quality of life.