Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District
Executive Director
Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District, Peru, Illinois, United States, 61354
Overview
Position Title:
Library Executive Director
Supervises:
All library staff and volunteers
Position Summary
The Library Executive Director serves as the chief administrator of the library, responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and daily operations of the library. The Director ensures that the library provides excellent services, programs, and resources that meet the educational, cultural, and recreational needs of the community.
The Library Director of Finance is responsible for all day-to-day and fiscal-year financial operations, including preparation of the budget. The Library Executive Director, in contrast, provides oversight of the budget to ensure resources align with strategic goals and works closely with the Library Board and Director of Finance on fiscal planning and accountability.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Administration
Develop and implement strategic goals, policies, and services in alignment with the library’s mission.
Oversee daily operations, including circulation, programming, reference, technical services, and facilities.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate all library staff members, fostering a collaborative, inclusive work environment.
Manage volunteer engagement and community partnerships.
Oversee facility management and ensure a safe, accessible environment for staff and patrons.
Collaborate with the Director of Finance on preparation of the annual budget.
Monitor library finances at a high level and ensure fiscal responsibility.
Prepare grant applications, fundraising initiatives, and long-term financial planning.
Community Engagement & Services
Serve as the library’s ambassador to the community, cultivating partnerships with schools, civic organizations, and local government.
Promote library services, resources, and programs to increase community engagement.
Represent the library at groups and with state/local organizations.
Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate staff members, and track and coordinate annual training and continuing education.
Encourage staff development and continuing education opportunities.
Oversee all staffing needs of the library.
Foster a positive workplace culture that emphasizes teamwork, respect, and innovation.
Technology & Collections
Guide the development of diverse and relevant collections in all formats.
Oversee library technology strategy to ensure patrons have access to digital resources and emerging tools.
Responsible for the acquisition of the DVD, music, magazine, newspaper, and adult fiction and non-fiction collections.
Evaluate and adopt innovations that enhance library services and access.
Maintain the library’s local history collection and assist patrons with research.
Governance & Compliance
Serve as primary liaison to the Board of Trustees and responsible for Trustee election process, petitions and filings.
Provide timely reports, data, and recommendations to the Board of Trustees.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and library policies.
Serve as the library’s FOIA and OMA officer.
Prepare legal documents, including necessary filings, publishing, and/or posting of required documents.
Prepare annual Records Disposal Certificates.
Qualifications Education & Experience
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited program preferred.
Minimum 3–5 years of progressively responsible professional library experience, including supervisory/administrative responsibilities.
Experience in budget management, staff supervision, and program development.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Knowledge of current and emerging trends in libraries, including digital resources and community engagement strategies.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff, trustees, community leaders, and the public.
Commitment to intellectual freedom, diversity, and accessibility of services.
Working conditions
Full-time, exempt position
Work performed in a library setting with direct public service responsibilities
Salary & Benefits
Health insurance - Premiums fully paid by the Library
Retirement plan
Paid leave
If you are interested in applying, please send your cover letter and resume to Board Treasurer Kent Maze at kentmaze11@gmail.com. Interviews for this position will occur in early to mid October.
Kent Maze, Library Board Treasurer 1409 11th St Peru, IL 61354
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Library Executive Director
Supervises:
All library staff and volunteers
Position Summary
The Library Executive Director serves as the chief administrator of the library, responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and daily operations of the library. The Director ensures that the library provides excellent services, programs, and resources that meet the educational, cultural, and recreational needs of the community.
The Library Director of Finance is responsible for all day-to-day and fiscal-year financial operations, including preparation of the budget. The Library Executive Director, in contrast, provides oversight of the budget to ensure resources align with strategic goals and works closely with the Library Board and Director of Finance on fiscal planning and accountability.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Administration
Develop and implement strategic goals, policies, and services in alignment with the library’s mission.
Oversee daily operations, including circulation, programming, reference, technical services, and facilities.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate all library staff members, fostering a collaborative, inclusive work environment.
Manage volunteer engagement and community partnerships.
Oversee facility management and ensure a safe, accessible environment for staff and patrons.
Collaborate with the Director of Finance on preparation of the annual budget.
Monitor library finances at a high level and ensure fiscal responsibility.
Prepare grant applications, fundraising initiatives, and long-term financial planning.
Community Engagement & Services
Serve as the library’s ambassador to the community, cultivating partnerships with schools, civic organizations, and local government.
Promote library services, resources, and programs to increase community engagement.
Represent the library at groups and with state/local organizations.
Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate staff members, and track and coordinate annual training and continuing education.
Encourage staff development and continuing education opportunities.
Oversee all staffing needs of the library.
Foster a positive workplace culture that emphasizes teamwork, respect, and innovation.
Technology & Collections
Guide the development of diverse and relevant collections in all formats.
Oversee library technology strategy to ensure patrons have access to digital resources and emerging tools.
Responsible for the acquisition of the DVD, music, magazine, newspaper, and adult fiction and non-fiction collections.
Evaluate and adopt innovations that enhance library services and access.
Maintain the library’s local history collection and assist patrons with research.
Governance & Compliance
Serve as primary liaison to the Board of Trustees and responsible for Trustee election process, petitions and filings.
Provide timely reports, data, and recommendations to the Board of Trustees.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and library policies.
Serve as the library’s FOIA and OMA officer.
Prepare legal documents, including necessary filings, publishing, and/or posting of required documents.
Prepare annual Records Disposal Certificates.
Qualifications Education & Experience
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited program preferred.
Minimum 3–5 years of progressively responsible professional library experience, including supervisory/administrative responsibilities.
Experience in budget management, staff supervision, and program development.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Knowledge of current and emerging trends in libraries, including digital resources and community engagement strategies.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff, trustees, community leaders, and the public.
Commitment to intellectual freedom, diversity, and accessibility of services.
Working conditions
Full-time, exempt position
Work performed in a library setting with direct public service responsibilities
Salary & Benefits
Health insurance - Premiums fully paid by the Library
Retirement plan
Paid leave
If you are interested in applying, please send your cover letter and resume to Board Treasurer Kent Maze at kentmaze11@gmail.com. Interviews for this position will occur in early to mid October.
Kent Maze, Library Board Treasurer 1409 11th St Peru, IL 61354
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