Career Opportunity

Library Director Coeur d’Alene Public Library

Hiring Range $73,611.20 - $103,584.00 annually DOE Plus excellent benefits package

Library Director The Library Director manages and directs programs, activities and staff of the City of Coeur d’Alene Library. Duties include planning, implementing and overseeing all aspects of the library system including reference, youth services, circulation, and information technology. The position determines and implements department programs, policies and processes and conducts long-term planning in support of the City’s and the Library Board’s strategic plan; establishes and ensures department goals and objectives are accomplished. The Library Director is a member of the City’s Executive Management team and supervises the work of professional, technical and administrative staff. Although the position directly reports to the Deputy City Administrator and a Library Board, work is performed within policies and administrative regulations with wide latitude for exercise of independent judgment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Plans, organizes, manages and directs departmental operations including development

and administration of short- and long-term objectives and projects; • Manages the main library building as well as the branch library located at Lake City

High School; • Develops and implements new initiatives to further the department’s mission and the

City’s goals and objectives; • Directs, implements and establishes timetables and deadlines, allocated personnel and

resources to accomplish projects and programs; • Develops, administers and monitors the Library budget; • Meets and confers with library division staff to assign and coordinate work activities,

projects and programs, to resolve issues and to address patron requests; • Monitors and adjusts library services and materials per community needs and desires; • Serves as liaison to Foundation and Friends organizations; • Handles current and potential emergencies related to the safety of the public, staff and

facility; • Establishes and oversees library technology infrastructure including public access

computers, integrated library system, training, upgrades, and related activities; • Assists and advises Library Board in policy creation and modifications, long range

planning, conflict resolution, document preparation and innovative library services; • Evaluates existing services and determines program and service needs for library users

of all ages and develops new ones as needed with regular input from the community; • Supervises library staff through subordinate supervisors;

The Position

For more information, please visit the Coeur d’Alene Public Library website.

• Participates and administers Cooperative Information Network and Inland NW Library Group;

• Participates in the activities of professional and community organizations; • Promotes public awareness of the library and its programs through public speaking

engagements, promotions documents, press releases and interaction with media contact; • Performs administrative duties including recordkeeping and preparing reports for city,

state and federal agencies; • Provides information to City management team to ensure the team is aware of issues

affecting the City; • Responds to management’s, supervisor’s, co-workers’ and citizens’ questions and

comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner; • Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project

priorities; • Maintains strict confidentiality of all matters; • Assists other department and City employees as needed or requested; • Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures,

and safety practices.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities: • Performs the work of library staff as needed, including reference desk coverage and

selection of materials; • Performs other duties as assigned.

Coeur d’Alene Public Library The Coeur d'Alene Public Library is committed to excellence in library services. Dedicated to lifelong learning, the library provides free and equal access to a full range of historical, intellectual, and cultural resources.

In 2019, close to 250,000 patrons visited the Library and 36,000 attended events organized by Library staff. 40,000 residents have library cards.

The Department The Department

Applicants must possess the following: • American Library Association (ALA) Master’s Degree in Library Science is preferred;

and • Five (5) years experience in library administration and management; or • An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required

skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.

Salary and Benefits Compensation

Hiring Range: $73,611.20 - $103,584.00 annually depending on experience

Benefits

• 8 hours of paid vacation per month, increasing with years of service • 10 hours of paid sick leave per month • 11 paid holidays • Medical insurance through Regence Blue Shield of Idaho –

employee 100% covered, low cost dependent coverage • 3 Dental plans to choose from - 100% employer paid for employee

and dependents • Defined benefit retirement program through PERSI • Voluntary supplemental 401(k) and 457 investment plans • Basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance,

occupational death, and long-term disability – 100% employer paid • Supplemental voluntary life and AD&D insurance • Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) – tax-free employer

contributions into employee’s account on a monthly basis • Employee Assistance Program

Minimum Qualifications

For the complete job description of the position of Library Director, including classification requirements and physical demands and work environment, please go to Library Director class specifications.

The City of Coeur d’Alene has a population of approximately 51,300 and is located in the Northern Idaho Panhandle. Coeur d’Alene offers a true, four-season climate and is a resort city on the northern shore of scenic Lake Coeur d’Alene. In addition to the natural beauty and waterfront beaches and trails of the City, there are several lakes within 50 miles providing beaches for swimming and boat ramps for water access. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the nearby local, state and federal parks for camping and hiking, numerous golf courses and five major winter ski areas which are all within 60 miles. Spokane, Washington, which is located 33 miles west of Coeur d’Alene, offers additional cultural amenities such as a symphony orchestra, Broadway productions, an international airport, award-winning wineries and live theater.

The City of Coeur d’Alene covers almost 16 square miles and is a full-service City governed under the Mayor/Council form of government. The City Council consists of the Mayor and six Councilmembers, elected by seat, for four-year, overlapping terms. The City employs more than 350 full-time employees and has an overall budget of approximately $97 million for fiscal year 2019-2020. The City Administrator provides leadership, policy guidance to department heads and carries out the vision, strategic plan and goals of the Mayor and City Council. Staff also supports 20 citizen advisory boards and commissions recommending policy to the elected officials.

The Community

The City Government

1. Complete the online application on the City of Coeur d’Alene Career Pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cdaid

a. Select the Library Director job posting 2. Attach a copy of college degree/diploma or final transcripts to your application

Application deadline: Friday, June 19, 2020 – 5 p.m.

The City of Coeur d'Alene is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation,

gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected status.

How to apply