Salary : $109,928.00 - $126,672.00 Annually Location : St. Cloud, MN Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 2025-00025 Department: Administration Opening Date: 08/07/2025 Closing Date: 8/28/2025 11:59 PM Central Bargaining Unit: None Total Weekly Hours: 40 Weekly Schedule: Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends.___ This is a leadership position within the library, which may have varied work days and hours as necessary.___ A minimum 8-hour day and 5-day work week should be expected for this role.

Job Description

The Executive Director provides GRRL strategic direction and aligns library resources with community needs. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION GRRL is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. We seek to foster an environment of inclusion where all employees are treated respectfully and are valued for their strengths. Our work is guided by our values of providing exceptional customer service, being forward thinking and having a community focus that serves patrons from all socioeconomic, educational, literacy, and cultural backgrounds. Job Qualifications

The following are the regular duties for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned based on the needs of GRRL. Serves the library in a leadership capacity to move the region's services forward, anticipates future needs, as well as to respond to current trends. Provides direction and coaching to direct reports in Accounting, Collection Development, Human Resources, Information Technology, Patron Services and Communications & Fund Development. Makes policy and budget recommendations to the regional library board and serves as a non-voting executive officer at all board and committee meetings. Oversees library budget. Exercises final authority forall recruitment, hiring and dismissal actions for library staff. Leads advocacy efforts and maintains effective relationships with board members and community stakeholders. Maintains effective communication with governmental officials regarding funding issues. Oversees advice to local boards and governmental authorities on a variety of library issues. Serves as GRRL's Data Practices Compliance Official. Represents GRRL on statewide committees. Conducts staff meetings communicating the library's vision,mission,philosophy, goals and objectives to library staff. Oversees compliance with state and federal regulations. Represents GRRL to the media. Maintains awareness of partnership and collaboration opportunities and seeks innovative sources of income. Enforces library policies and procedures including Data Privacy, the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights, and the Freedom to View and Freedom to Read policy statements.

Supplemental Information Education and Experience:

Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited college or university. At least eight years of public library experience including at least two years of administrative responsibility. Experience working with a board of trustees. Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment to promoting and sustaining a positive, equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace culture Ability and experience in collaborating with and managing working relationships across a diverse range of individuals and groups Technical Knowledge Demonstrated proficiency with computer software programs including Microsoft Office Demonstrated proficiency with technology devices Knowledge of research and information gathering techniques Comprehensive knowledge of laws and regulations relating to library operations. Knowledge of concepts, principles, techniques, and practices of accounting, human resource management, public relations, planning, statistics, verbal and graphical presentations, public speaking, grant writing and grant administration. Financial planning and management skills necessary to oversee the creation, development and management of a large and complex annual operating budget. Communication, Interpersonal, and Customer Service Exceptional written and oral communication skills Ability to develop a variety of community contacts, collaborations and partnerships Ability to respond to emergencies and situations that may be stressful or difficult Leadership and Management Ability to plan and assign work Ability to develop, train and direct staff Ability to work without close supervision while managing multiple priorities Ability to meet deadlines Program and Project Development Ability to visualize, plan and deliver creative and meaningful library programs and services Demonstrated administrative skills sufficient to manage the operation of a 32-branch library system. Other Abilities Ability to travel to other locations including occasional overnight stays Working environment may include frequent interruptions Interest in lifelong learning to stay abreast of new library services and trends Additional Information

Complexity of Work : Complex Budget Responsibility : Maintains the entire library budget Supervisory Responsibility : Directs the work of all library staff. Supervision Received : Administrative Direction Scope of Relationships (internal) : Contact with staff throughout region. Scope of Relationships (external) : Contact with the public, Board of Directors and other library system directors. Benefits of working at the Library: Working at a public library is meaningful and directly impacts the lives of people in our community. The library is a trusted place for information at a time when this is hard to find. We actively promote lifelong learning and provide numerous training and development opportunities to develop your skills and interests. You will enjoy 11 paid holidays, 2 personal days, and generous Paid Time Off. If you work 30 hours or more the library pays your premium for Single Medical Coverage. Eligible staff participate in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) defined benefit plan for retirement. We have an engaged and passionate workforce with the opportunity to be part of various teams and work groups.

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Do you have a Master's degree in Library Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university? Yes No

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Are you currently enrolled in an MLIS program from an ALA accredited college or university? Yes No

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If yes, what is your anticipated graduation date? If not enrolled, please write N/A 05

Do you have at least eight years of public library experience? Yes No

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Do have at least two years of administrative responsibility experience? Yes No

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Do you have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record? Yes No

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Do you have experience working with a board of trustees? Yes No

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Do you have experience working with county & city officials? Yes No

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Do you have experience working in a union environment? Yes No

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Which statement best describes your supervisory or management experience? I do not have any experience Less than 2 years 2 years but less than 3 years 3 years but less than 4 years 4 years but less than 5 years 5 years or more

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What is the largest budget you have managed? Less than 1 million 1-4 million 5-7 million 8-10 million Greater that 10 million

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Do you have experience working in a multi-branch library system? Yes No

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If yes, how many libraries were in the multi-branch system in which you worked? I have not worked in a multi-branch system 2-5 libraries 6-15 libraries 16-19 libraries 20 or more libraries

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This position requires working occasional evening hours and possible overnight travel. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement? Yes No

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