Assistant Director
Prospect Heights Public Library District
FTE, 37.5 hr/wk
$72,500 with excellent benefits
The Prospect Heights Public Library District seeks an intelligent, empathetic, and curious person to be our Assistant Director. This newly created position will be directly responsible for staff services and building facilities. They will work directly with the Executive Director on all facets of the Library’s administration and implementing strategic initiatives. This position will prepare you to be a library director!
The successful candidate is intuitive, collaborative, and highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills. They will have a demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to developing trends in library practices and management theories. They will embrace the opportunity to establish this position within PHPLD’s organizational structure.
Job Requirements: The position requires an MLS from an accredited ALA program and three years of library experience in progressively leadership oriented roles. Excellent Windows PC skills are necessary, particularly Microsoft Office and SharePoint. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems in a calm, positive and proactive manner utilizing good judgment.
Deadline for Applications – March 11, 2022
To apply, e-mail pdf versions of your cover letter, resume and three professional references, attention Alex Todd, to jobs@phpl.info