[Michlib-l] Providence Public Library (RI), CEO search closes in one week-October 20!

[Jobeth Bradbury]

Chief Executive Officer - Providence (RI) Public Library

Explore, Discover, Connect.for a Lifetime of Education. Join the
<http://www.provlib.org/> Providence Public Library Board of Trustees,
Foundation and staff as they work to make this goal a reality for the City
of Providence and for all Rhode Islanders.  The Library Board seeks an
engaged, energetic leader to serve as Chief Executive Officer-finalizing and
implementing a new strategic plan-to build on its outstanding service
programs and achieve further levels of excellence.  The Providence Public
Library is a private, independent 501(c)(3) organization.  Housed in a
stunning historic building, the Library has a proud and venerable history.
Operating from a single 116,000 square foot facility since 2009, it is home
to more than one million items-including unique special collections.
Library operations are funded by endowment, private donations, grants, and a
new event venue enterprise. Supported by a $3.4 million annual operating
budget, staff focus is primarily in three areas:  Lifelong Learning; Early
Childhood Literacy; and Individual Economic Advancement.  As the state's
premiere personal learning institution, the Library is also focused on
building and strengthening its services not only for all Rhode Islanders,
but for all interested in the history, growth and development of the New
England region.  

 

 <http://www.providenceri.com/> Providence combines the culture and
sophistication of a big city with the accessibility and friendliness of a
small town. The city's compact size and convenient location make it easy to
get to and get around.  Historic and hip, sophisticated and friendly,
Providence packs the best of New England into one convenient and colorful
package.  Today, the City is home to eight hospitals and seven institutions
of higher learning, which have shifted the city's economy into service
industries, though it still retains significant manufacturing activity. With
a thriving arts community, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, and renowned
restaurants, Providence is a great place to live and call home.  For
additional details on the Providence Public Library, the City of Providence
and the metro area see  <http://www.gossagesager.com/PPLlinks.htm>
Providence Links.

 

Responsibilities.  Reporting to the Providence Public Library Board of
Trustees, the CEO serves as the leader of the Library and is its primary
public representative.  The CEO works in partnership with the Board to
ensure that the Library fulfills its mission and creates the strategies that
will secure its future success. The CEO serves under the general supervision
of the Board but works with a high degree of independence and is responsible
for the overall administration of day-to-day operations; fiscal management;
planning; development and fundraising; fostering community relationships;
maintaining programmatic effectiveness; and providing ongoing support and
leadership for the Library staff, Library Board and Foundation.  See the
<http://www.gossagesager.com/CEOjobdesc.pdf> CEO Job Description for
additional information.

 

Qualifications. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Library
Science and/or other desirable advanced degrees in public, nonprofit or
business administration. The position requires a minimum of eight years of
relevant work experience, including four years of experience in an executive
capacity or other appropriate government, business, higher education or
nonprofit enterprise.  Essential attributes and skills include: experience
and success with fundraising and development; excellent writing,
communication and presentation skills; strong marketing skills with an
entrepreneurial focus; political acumen; collaborative and
consensus-building skills; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and
"best practices" for library and/or nonprofit management. Proven success
working with and reporting to a governing board is a desirable
qualification.

 

Compensation. The position offers a hiring salary range of $100,000-125,000
(placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive
benefits package.

 

For information, contact  <http://www.gossagesager.com/> Bradbury
Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or phone. Apply via email with
a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to
<mailto:danbradbury at gossagesager.com> Dan Bradbury or
<mailto:jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com> Jobeth Bradbury. This position
closes October 20, 2013.

 

 

 

Jobeth Bradbury

Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates

4545 Wornall Road, Ste. 805

Kansas City, MO 64111

816-803-7087

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