Systemwide Library Leader: Innovation & Equity

County of Santa Clara; California (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Santa Clara is seeking a Deputy County Librarian to influence the evolution of a modern, responsive, and community-centered library system in Silicon Valley. This executive role involves partnering with the County Librarian to set strategy, design programs, and deliver equitable library services across the entire system.

You will plan, organize, and direct key programs; support long-term strategic visioning; and serve as acting department head when needed.

Qualifications

• At least five years of progressively responsible supervisory and administrative experience in a public library system.
• Experience participating in policy and program determination at a systemwide level, or leadership of a community library.
• Knowledge of library administration, operations, personnel management, fiscal management, collection development, reference services, and staffing strategies.
• Ability to lead comprehensive programs, supervise diverse teams, communicate effectively, and build strong community and organizational relationships.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the County Librarian to set strategy, design programs, and deliver equitable library services across the system.
• Plan, organize, and direct key programs; support long-term strategic visioning; and act as department head when needed.
• Lead through your leadership team and serve as a trusted advisor shaping policy and service delivery.
• Represent the County Librarian at internal, community, professional, and governmental meetings.

Skills

supervisory experience

administrative experience

policy participation

leadership communication

Job description

County of Santa Clara is seeking a Deputy County Librarian to influence the evolution of a modern, responsive, and community-centered library system in Silicon Valley. This executive role involves partnering with the County Librarian to set strategy, design programs, and deliver equitable library services across the entire system.

You will plan, organize, and direct key programs; support long-term strategic visioning; and serve as acting department head when needed.