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The City of Rochester is now offering a unique opportunity for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performing individual to join the Rochester Public Library.
Text courtesy of Danielle Cloutier, Recruitment Assistant, City of Rochester, Minnesota
The City of Rochester is now offering a unique opportunity for an innovative, collaborative, and high-performing individual to join the Rochester Public Library.
The Library Director provides leadership and direction for the overall business operation of the Rochester Public Library and serves as a community leader. This is a department head position that directs and coordinates library activities, including staff leadership and the delivery of library services in a manner that effectively meets community needs as well as ensures operational efficiency. This position requires an in-depth knowledge of the national trends in public libraries, principals involved in all public library functions, and community issues. Responsibilities include gathering and disseminating information to be used in strategic planning, development, and implementation; developing adequate financial support; utilizing funds, and supervising Division Heads. The Director reports to the Library Board and serves as a department head position representing the Board to the City Council and City Administrator.
Minimum qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited college/university. Ten years of experience in library administration and supervisory positions, most of which should be in public libraries and involve knowledge of and experience in several aspects of library service.
To learn more and apply, visit www.rochestermn.gov\employment
