The Library Director is appointed directly by and works at the pleasure of the Library Board of Trustees. The incumbent is responsible for the Library's administrative operations, programs, community outreach activities and for administration of library policies, rules and regulations established by the Library Board. Assignments are broad in scope and allow for a high degree of administrative discretion in their execution. The position allows for a high degree of flexibility in Board assigned duties.

The incumbent in the position will have:

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to the administration of a public library system.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing, contract administration, strategic planning, maintenance of public records and customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of methods, practices and techniques of advanced library administration, organization and library science techniques.
• Ability to represent the Library effectively in negotiations and other dealings on a variety of difficult, complex, sensitive and confidential issues.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Library Board of Trustees, Library Foundation, Friends of the Library, other support groups, City Manager, Mayor and Common Council members and others encountered in the course of work.

Management Style and Personal Traits:

San Bernardino is a fast-paced and progressive urban city that continues to identify ways to meet the changing needs of its citizens while improving operations. The ideal candidate will be a confident, credible and energetic leader who is willing to be involved at all levels. The successful candidate will be open to peer and staff input and should be creative, value-driven, entrepreneurial and able to implement "Best Practices" whenever possible. This person will also be respectful of the City's citizens, staff, and traditions.

The selected candidate will be able to make difficult decisions, have good follow through, and see the big picture. He/She will be diplomatic, professional, collegial, collaborative, trust-worthy, dedicated, proactive, and team oriented. He/She should be a seasoned manager with a proven record of success. This person should have strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.

 Education and Experience:

Requires a Master's degree in Library Science from a college accredited by American Library Association (ALA) and at least seven years of progressively responsible public library experience, at least two of which were in a management capacity; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is requiredis required.  Out of State applicants must possess a valid Class "C" California Driver's License within six months of hire.

 COMPENSATION:

The salary range for this position is $111,624 - $135,684*.  Actual salary placement will be commensurate with experience and education. The City's excellent management benefit package includes:

• 2.7% @ 55 Retirement Plan (Employer Paid)
• City contribution of $1059.31 towards Medical, Dental and Vision Care Insurance Plans
• $525/month Auto Allowance
• $50,000 Term Life Insurance Policy
• Paid Vacation starts at the rate of 80 hours after one year
• 12 Holidays plus 18 hours of floating holiday time
• Administrative Leave of 80 hours per year
• Accrual of 96 hours of Sick Leave Annually
• Optional Deferred Compensation Plan Available

 *Due to the City's budget deficit, City Hall is closed every Friday through June 30, 2010. As a result, employees work a 36-hour work week, which is equal to a 10% pay reduction. The selected candidate would be included in this work schedule and pay reduction.

Application Information:

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