Regional Library Director & Branch Leadership

University of Alabama Libraries; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama Libraries seeks a senior library professional to supervise and coordinate activities across a large regional system, including reference, patron services, circulation, and facilities management at the Ventura E.P. Foster Library in Ventura, CA.

As a senior member of the library management team, you will oversee branches, drive strategic initiatives, and engage staff and the community while balancing duties that require evenings, weekends, and off-site meetings with

Qualifications

• Strong leadership experience supervising library staff and operations.
• Experience driving change and guiding organizational initiatives.
• Excellent team-building, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities, facilities, and operations of an assigned library region.
• Act as branch manager for a large regional library and oversee smaller branches.
• Provide complex staff assistance to the Librarian Manager.
• Play an integral role in the library's strategic direction.
• Work off-site with staff, governmental bodies, and community leaders as needed; evenings/weekends/irregular hours.

Skills

Leadership experience

Change leadership

Team building

Organizational skills

Planning

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Community engagement

Diplomacy

Job description

The University of Alabama Libraries seeks a senior library professional to supervise and coordinate activities across a large regional system, including reference, patron services, circulation, and facilities management at the Ventura E.P. Foster Library in Ventura, CA.

As a senior member of the library management team, you will oversee branches, drive strategic initiatives, and engage staff and the community while balancing duties that require evenings, weekends, and off-site meetings with