Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer

Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library

 “For every individual…A Public Library.”  Join the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library Board of Trustees and staff as they work to make this goal a reality for their communities each and every day.  The Board is currently seeking an energetic new leader to serve as Chief Executive Officer for the organization and build on its already outstanding program of services to achieve even greater levels of excellence and community participation.  The award-winning Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library—the American Library Association’s “Library of the Future for 2009”—is an independent library district with a permanent tax rate exclusively dedicated to public library services.  Governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, the Library staff (400FTEs) and volunteers (448) serve 800,000+ citizens in Indianapolis and Marion County utilizing a budget of $45 million to operate 23 locations, including a stunning new Central Library, the Children’s Museum’s InfoZone, and an active bookmobile. Named a Four-Star Library by Library Journal for the past two years, the Library celebrated 5.1 million patron visits and a 16.6 million circulation in 2010. The Library Foundation provides substantial support funding 75% of the Library’s programming.

Indianapolis, the state capital and county seat of Marion County, is Indiana's largest city, the 12th largest city in the U.S., the second largest city in the Midwest, and one of the fastest growing regions in the United States.  Historically focused on government and industry, Indianapolis today offers a diversified economy in the fields of education, health care, and finance.  Tourism is also a vital part of the economy—the City plays host to numerous conventions and sporting events. The region boasts rich cultural amenities and offers excellent recreational activities—all contributing to an outstanding quality of life.  Additional information on the Library and the area can be found at Indianapolis-Marion County Links.   

Responsibilities:  The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for working with the Library Board to develop long-term plans and directions for the Library; planning and directing the overall operations and management of the Library; providing effective team development and leadership to the staff; working collaboratively with civic organizations and community agencies; and working effectively with elected officials at the state and county level.  The CEO functions with a maximum degree of latitude for independent action within the scope of the organizational policy set by the Library Board. See CEO for the complete job description.

Qualifications: an MLS from an ALA-accredited program and ability to qualify for Indiana Librarian I certification; ten years of progressively responsible experience in library work and at least six years of administrative duties including responsible experience in library management and administration, finance and budget administration, personnel management, delivery systems for library services, library automation and fundraising. Experience in an urban public library system, experience working in a union environment, and success reporting to a policy-making board are highly desirable.

Compensation: The starting salary range is $125,000-150,000 with a competitive benefits package. 

For further information inquire via email or phone (816-531-2468) to Bradbury Associates/ Gossage Sager Associates. To apply, send a cover letter and current resume as Word (or pdf) attachments to DanBradbury@gossagesager.com or JobethBradbury@gossagesager.com.  This position closes July 24, 2011.

Chief Executive Officer – Tulsa (OK) City-County Library

Grow with Us in Beautiful Green Country! The Tulsa City-County Library Commission seeks a new Chief Executive Officer to build on a solid foundation of excellent library service. Work with the Library Commission to determine the strategic direction and policies for the library; serve as the face of the library in the community; develop and implement plans for new library facilities, services, and programs; advise Tulsa Library Trust Board and Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries; raise funds, develop and maintain donor relations to enrich library services. The challenges are exciting and the opportunities are endless! See http://www.gossagesager.com/TulsaJD.htm for the complete job description.

The Tulsa City-County Library System is an independent library district with a permanent tax rate exclusively dedicated to public library services. Governed by an 11-member, appointed Board of Commissioners, the system is a dynamic library system serving the 585,068 residents of Tulsa County in Northeastern Oklahoma. Library staff (269.5 FTEs) utilize a budget of $25.8 million to operate 25 public locations, one service center and an active bookmobile serving an increasingly diverse area. Named a Five-Star Library by Library Journal in 2008, this year the system celebrated a record 5.7 million circulation and increases in foot-traffic. TCCL also benefits from a supportive Tulsa Library Trust and active Friends groups.

Tulsa boasts a widely diversified business base. It is one of "America's Most Livable Communities" and recently Relocate America ranked it the "No. 1 Place to Live." Known as a Mecca for arts in Oklahoma, the city enjoys a rich cultural legacy with its ballet, opera, symphony and museums. Art deco masterpieces abound in many downtown buildings. Outstanding higher education facilities and recreational amenities help it earn these accolades and greatly enhance the area's quality of life.

Additional information on the Tulsa City-County Library system and the community can be found at: http://www.gossagesager.com/Tulsalinks.htm.

Minimum requirements: an MLS from an ALA-accredited program; ten years of progressively responsible public library experience with a minimum of five years of executive level administrative experience in a multi-branch urban or suburban system. Advanced management training (MPA, MBA or similar degree), proven experience reporting to a policy-making board, and success in collaborating with county or municipal officials are highly desirable. Essential skills include: excellent internal and external communication skills that inspire and motivate; the ability to develop and implement a shared vision of innovative library service for the System; skill in building and maintaining effective relationships with the Library Commission, staff and with community leaders; experience in strategic planning, facilities and space planning, fiscal management, library technology, fund development, and working with library trusts and charitable foundations.

Compensation: The salary range is $130,000-150,000 with a competitive benefits package.

For further information: Contact Dan Bradbury, DanBradbury@gossagesager.com or at 816-531-2468. To apply, please send a cover letter and current resume as Word attachments via email. This position will close October 10, 2010.

Tulsa City-County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.