Director of Library Services! A spirited Library seeks a spirited Director! The Berkeley Public Library Board of Trustees seeks a creative and thoughtful Director of Library Services to lead a team of talented professionals continuing to position the Library as a prominent player in Berkeley's continuum of learning and inspiration. Through traditional formats and growing digital collections, the Library serves as a local resource contributing to local creativity, preserving the community's collective history, nourishing the arts, supporting small businesses and job seekers, and welcoming its citizens and enriching their lives. The City of Berkeley has always put public libraries at the center of city life. A highly skilled and creative staff (113 FTE) at the Central Library and four branches welcomed 1.4 million visitors in 2013 and loaned 1.9 million items. With a dedicated funding source (annual budget: $16 million), and a quality collection of 600,000 items, Berkeley Public Library leads the state in per capita use. A five-member Board of Trustees, appointed by the City Council, governs the Library. The Berkeley Public Library Foundation recently raised $3 million dollars supporting the Branch Library renovation program. Additional support comes from the vital Friends of the Berkeley Public Library through strong fundraising and advocacy efforts.
For the complete announcement, required and preferred qualifications and additional information, visit Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates at http://www.gossagesager.com/Berkeleyad.htm.
To start the application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or PDF attachments to Karen Miller, karenmiller@gossagesager.com, or Jobeth Bradbury, jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com, on or before the close date of July 27, 2014.
For additional information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates, www.gossagesager.com, or 816-531-2468.