Deputy Director of Community Libraries

$93,137 - $122,808/Yr

City Of Rochester - Rochester, NY

Full-time - Senior

Rochester, NY

Utilities

About the position

The Deputy Director of Community Libraries is responsible for the administration and oversight of 10 community branch libraries in Rochester, NY. This role involves planning, directing, and coordinating library services while ensuring alignment with community needs and priorities. The position requires strategic leadership, budget management, and the ability to implement innovative programs that enhance library services.

Responsibilities

• Plans and recommends new types of services, particularly those involving the application of emerging trends for the library field.
• Interacts and consults with colleagues on a variety of issues.
• Leads and participates in strategic planning exercises.
• Recommends policies to the Library Director.
• Makes studies of operating procedures and recommends revisions and improvements through an equity lens.
• Directs and reviews the preparation of budget requests and submits them with recommendations to the Library Director.
• Leads and participates in the development of a diversity plan including staff recruitment, training programs, and development plans.
• Analyzes key performance indicators and adjusts programs, services, and budget allocations as needed.
• Conducts meetings; leads teams.
• Keeps informed of developments in the library, municipal government, and non-profit fields; attends professional meetings.
• Represents the Library at community and group meetings.
• Represents the Rochester Public Library within the Monroe County Library System member library director's organization.
• Introduces new, creative programs and services that meet the needs of the diverse Rochester community and support community priorities.
• Acts in place of the Library Director in his or her absence.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library Science, Public Administration or closely related field plus four (4) years of experience in a library of recognized standing, a non-profit organization or municipal government agency.
• Bachelor's degree in Library Science, Public Administration or closely related field plus six (6) years of experience in a library of recognized standing, a non-profit organization or municipal government agency.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement plan