Library Director: Community Impact & Ops Lead

Library Systems & Services, LLC.; Escondido (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

Library Systems & Services (LS&S) oversees the Escondido Public Library, providing leadership for all operations, ensuring contractual obligations are met and services remain responsive to community needs.

The Library Director leads a team, partners with local officials, and manages staff performance, budgets, and strategic initiatives to deliver excellent library experiences for patrons and residents of Escondido.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS or equivalent required.
• Four years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Five years of progressively responsible library management and/or administrative experience, or equivalent experience, preferred.
• Experience analyzing and applying financial reports and library-related data, including usage, demographics, and trends, preferred.
• Working knowledge of library programming, budgeting, and financial management.
• Experience working directly with patrons, responding to requests, and addressing patron questions, concerns, and feedback.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Leads with integrity, honesty, and professionalism while promoting the culture, values, and mission of LS&S.
• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Escondido Library and ensures contract and operational requirements are met.
• Evaluates library operations and key performance indicators to identify concerns, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Leads, coaches, and develops library staff to achieve operational goals and provide excellent customer service and patron experiences.
• Manages day-to-day staffing needs while consulting with and keeping the Vice President, Operations informed.
• Evaluates employee performance, provides ongoing feedback, and supports employee development.
• Develops and implements action plans to meet operational and organizational goals.
• Stays current on library trends, issues, technology, and community needs that may impact library services and programming.
• Plans and executes local, regional, and company initiatives and follows up to ensure accountability and results.
• Utilizes available tools, resources, and best practices to support effective library operations.
• Reviews financial reports, library usage data, demographics, trends, and other information to identify and address operational needs.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service

Communication

Budgeting

Education

MLS/MLIS or equivalent

Job description

Library Systems & Services (LS&S) oversees the Escondido Public Library, providing leadership for all operations, ensuring contractual obligations are met and services remain responsive to community needs.

The Library Director leads a team, partners with local officials, and manages staff performance, budgets, and strategic initiatives to deliver excellent library experiences for patrons and residents of Escondido.