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Sacramento Public Library: Sacramento Public Library Director & CEO Recruitment

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Press release from Sacramento Public Library:

August 24, 2021

Lead Sacramento Public Library's team The Sacramento Public Library Authority (SPLA) seeks a Library Director & CEO (Director) to provide exceptional leadership and comprehensive oversight of the SPLA, its 28 locations, and growing mobile services fleet. This is a great opportunity to create your legacy, join an organization at the forefront of the library industry, and make a difference in the lives of many! THE JOB

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  • Budget and financial accountability
  • Recruitment, hiring, training, retention and discipline of staff
  • Internal and external communications to the Authority Board, staff and community
  • Planning, building, maintenance of oversight of facilities
  • Technological infrastructure to best meet operational and community needs
  • Library collections, as provided by California Code of Regulations, Section 19146 (or California Education Code, Section 19146
  • Compliance with Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances as well as Library policies and procedures
  • Advocacy for staff to ensure that they receive the training and development required to be effective, efficient and engaged employees  

    • QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 10 years of public library experience, including three years of administrative experience
  • Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program
  • Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of public administration, including county government, and of the laws applicable to library service in the State of California
  • Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s license and proof of satisfactory DMV clearance
  • Personal transportation for job-related travel

    • HOW TO APPLY: For first consideration APPLY by September 23 at  For first consideration APPLY by September 23 at  https://wbcpinc.com/job-board SECURE THE DATES:

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  • Interviews will be held virtually on October 15, October 21, and October 22 (candidates invited to interview will need to be available for all three days)
  • sam@wbcpinc.com
  • 541-630-0657 (direct) 866-929-9227 (Toll Free)

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