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City of Lodi

City of Lodi is hiring: Library Director in Lodi

City of Lodi, Lodi, CA, United States, 95240

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The Library Director leads the Lodi Public Library, providing strategic vision, operational excellence, and a commitment to community enrichment. This role oversees library operations, implements innovative programs, and ensures a welcoming and inclusive environment for all, ensuring fiscal sustainability, operational efficiency, and alignment with the City’s strategic goals.


*** SALARY IS UNDER REVIEW ***


The City of Lodi is home to 68,000 residents, ideally located adjacent to Highway 99 and I-5, 34 miles south of Sacramento, 10 miles north of Stockton and 90 miles east of San Francisco. Nestled in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Lodi is renowned for its rich history, welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional quality of life. With a thriving wine industry, vibrant downtown, and a strong sense of community, Lodi is an ideal place to live, work, and grow.


Benefits include: CalPERS Retirement, Deferred Compensation - Three percent (3%) Match, Medical/Dental/Vision/Chiropractic, 9/80 Work Schedule, and more.


DEFINITION

Under administrative direction from the Library Board, and employment practice direction of the City Manager, develops and implements the comprehensive goals and programs for the City's Public Library to effectively meet the growing diversity of cultural, recreational, informational and educational needs of the Lodi community.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  1. Develops, plans, and directs a comprehensive library program and related activities, including adult services, children's services, and adult literacy programs for all segments of the community.
  2. Fosters cooperative working relationships with citizen groups, official bodies and other agencies; develops a network of donors, and extensively solicits throughout the community for additional Library donors.
  3. Formulates, recommends and administers policies and procedures necessary to provide Library services; approves new or modified programs, systems, policies and procedures.
  4. Assesses community needs; determines scope and nature of required library programs, collections, and services.
  5. Evaluates the effectiveness of library programs and services; conducts or oversees analytical and management studies.
  6. Advises, consults, and confers with the Library Board; conducts regular Board meetings; participates on a variety of boards and commissions.
  7. Supervises and participates in the development and administration of the library budget; monitors and approves expenditures.
  8. Recruits, selects and trains new staff; coordinates the continued training and professional development of staff members.
  9. Prepares and presents reports, and provides staff assistance to the Library Board, City Council, and other boards/commissions as required.
  10. Establishes and administers a collection development policy and is the final authority on selection of materials.
  11. Maintains awareness of new trends and developments in librarianship; incorporates new developments as appropriate.
  12. Responds to and resolves the most difficult citizen inquiries and complaints.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
  1. Theory and philosophy of librarianship; principles and practices of public library administration.
  2. Administrative principles and methods, including goal setting and program development.
  3. Management principles, staff supervision, evaluation, training and development.
  4. Applicable laws and regulations.
  5. Funding sources impacting program and service development.
  6. Budget development and preparation.

ABILITY TO:
  1. Plan, organize, and administer a comprehensive library program.
  2. Prepare, develop, and administer a sizable budget.
  3. Inspire, motivate and lead employees.
  4. Represent the library and the city effectively in meetings.
  5. Exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
  6. Prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Master's degree in Library Science or equivalent to a Masters of Arts degree from an accredited college or university. Six years of increasingly responsible experience in professional public library administration, including three years of administrative or management experience.


LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

Possession of the appropriate valid driver's license from the California Department of Motor Vehicles.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer.


WORKING CONDITIONS:

May be required to work on evenings, weekends and holidays, on occasion.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices.


AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.


CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION

City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history as part of the testing process.


IMPORTANT NOTE:

This bulletin does not constitute an express or implied contract.

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