Alliance/Partner Management, Budget Management, Coaching, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Demographics, Financial Strategy, Leadership, Nonprofit, People Management, Performance Management, Program Planning, Strategic Planning, Trend Analysis
As a Library Innovator
- Lead the continued development of services and programs, including outreach, which reflect the evolving needs of a diverse community and align with system-wide program plans. · Champion innovation by seeking new, creative and effective initiatives to serve the community. · Utilize demographic data and community input to ensure programming and services are relevant, inclusive, and equitable. · Build strategic partnerships with educational institutions, workforce development agencies, nonprofit and cultural organizations to expand CML's community impact.
As a Library Leader
- Serve as a liaison between senior leaders and branch staff, regularly reporting relevant branch successes, trends, and challenges. · Develop leadership capacity among a larger staff and foster a culture of excellent performance, collaboration, inclusivity, accountability, and continuous learning by intentional staff engagement, performance management, and coaching. · Successfully lead through organizational and operational change by maintaining a positive culture and providing guidance and support. · Oversee
operations in a complex, higher-capacity facility including safety, security, and maintenance in coordination with County departments and contractors. · Monitor and allocate budgets and other financial resources strategically and responsibly. · Serve as a primary point of contact for resolving complex customer service concerns and facility issues. · Supervise department Managers, Librarians, Library Associates, and Access Service Staff. · Facilitate regular branch all-staff meetings and individual staff check-ins.
As a Library Collaborator · Work collectively with peer library managers, staff, and program presenters to deliver exceptional programming and experiences for all ages. · Develop and maintain connections with community and neighborhood branches within your region (POD), supporting collaboration among staff. · Participate in system-wide strategic initiatives. · Build and sustain strong partnerships within an expansive, wide-reaching community to foster community engagement and offer innovative, diverse programming. · Advocate for CML's mission as a partner in community learning, cultural enrichment, civic engagement, and equitable access to opportunity.