[Michlib-l] CEO/Executive Director position, Bibliomation, Inc., Waterbury, CT

[Jobeth Bradbury]

CEO/Executive Director-Bibliomation, Inc.

 

Bibliomation, Inc.'s Board of Directors seeks an Executive Director to lead
this dynamic, successful organization as it moves forward to realize its
vision for member libraries and staff. The next Executive Director will
provide leadership, management and growth of the organization-creating a
framework for expanding Bibliomation's services into new markets, undertake
strategic planning and budget development, and work with current members
(and potential new members) to increase statewide resource sharing. The
Executive Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Bibliomation
and, under the general direction of the Board of Directors, has overall
responsibility for general administration of operations. Bibliomation has a
proud history and a strong future helping member libraries and schools
provide quality library service to their users by providing state-of-the-art
IT services effectively and efficiently. 

 

Headquartered in Waterbury, CT, Bibliomation <http://biblio.org/>  is
governed by a 12-member Board of Directors. With a $1.9 million budget
(funded primarily through member assessments) and 16 staff, the organization
provides an array of services to 60+ public libraries and 20 K-12 schools.
Services include Evergreen, an open source integrated library system;
cooperative purchasing of databases; shared e-book and audio book
collections; LAN/WAN network architecture and telecommunications support;
local PC hardware and software installation; and help desk support. The
Board of Directors is seeking an Executive Director who is comfortable with
fundraising, exploring entrepreneurial funding avenues and working with
members and communities through development, outreach and marketing.

 

Waterbury, CT <http://www.waterburyct.org/>  (population 110,189) dates back
to 1674 and its name references the Naugatuck River which flows through the
heart of the city. Known originally as the "Brass City," Waterbury today is
tapping into its creative energy to forge a new future which includes the
Naugatuck River Greenway Project and downtown revitalization. The community
is proud of its 17 strong neighborhoods and focuses on protecting its
small-town character and livability. Conveniently located near the
crossroads of I-84 and Route 8, the City of Waterbury is home to landmarks
such as the renovated historic Palace Theater, Waterbury City Hall, and the
Matttuck Museum. For additional information about Bibliomation and the
community, visit Bibliomation Links
<http://www.gossagesager.com/Bibliomationlinks.htm> . 

 

Minimum qualifications. A bachelor's degree and at least three years of
progressively responsible senior level management/organizational leadership
or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Essential skills
include: the ability to think strategically and creatively to develop new
programmatic opportunities; building and developing diversified revenue
streams; effectively serving as a spokesperson with multiple stakeholders;
and strong leadership skills encouraging creativity, growth, collaboration,
and accountability. An MLS from an ALA accredited school and/or advanced
management training (MPA, MBA or similar degree), proven experience
reporting to a governing board, and success in collaborating with multiple
stakeholders are highly desirable. Please see the Executive Director job
description <http://www.gossagesager.com/BiblioCEOjobdesc.pdf>  for
additional details.
 
Compensation. The hiring salary range is $94,000-$110,000 with a competitive
benefits package. 
 

For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager
Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> , via email or telephone. To start
the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as
Word or pdf attachments via email to Jobeth Bradbury
<mailto:jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com>  on or before the closing
date-October 27, 2013.

 

 

 

Jobeth Bradbury

Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates

4545 Wornall Road, Ste. 805

Kansas City, MO 64111

816-803-7087

www.gossagesager.com <http://www.gossagesager.com/>  

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