Description: The successful candidate is an energetic professional who will work with others to maximize public engagement and promote a vision of libraries as relevant community spaces; skilled in writing and successfully winning grants to assist in resource maintenance and development; committed to continued development of innovative programs for children and adults; a skilled financial manager who can creatively manage limited resources, work in partnership with fundraising boards and advocate for the library within the County budgeting; an innovative and creative problem solver with a track record of navigating challenges proactively; a savvy marketer who is comfortable in leading outreach efforts in conjunction with staff and boards for development of resources; a skilled collaborator who easily builds partnerships with community stakeholder groups such as other library systems, K-12 schools and universities as well as county and municipal departments in order to deliver more effective programs to a larger audience.
Qualifications: Master's degree in library science from an accredited institution and extensive experience in the planning, development and administration of library services, and three to five years experience in leadership roles. Eligible for NC Public Librarian Certification.
Salary: $78,382.62 - $101,896.88