Deputy Library Director

Salary: $114,988.00 - $169,103.00 Annually
Location : Rochester MN 55904, MN
Job Type: Regular FT
Job Number: 20250033
Department: Rochester Public Library
Opening Date: 04/21/2025

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester is accepting applications for:

Deputy Library Director
The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.It takes us all working together

Nature of Work
The Deputy Library Director will lead comprehensive planning and fiscal oversight of the organization's major customer facing divisions including Information Services, Reader Services, Youth Services, and Outreach Services. This position serves as the collection development and programming manager and provides direction to the customer service points of the library as well as leading library wide initiatives, systems and processes and being responsible for the creation and execution of strategic goals. The Deputy Library Director serves as the staff liaison to the Rochester Public Library Board. This position reports to the Library Director and will act jointly with the other Deputy Library Director as the Library Director in their absence.

Pay
2024 starting salary is $114,988-$135,279 annually depending on qualifications, with advancement to $169,103. Once the contract has been finalized for 2025, these numbers will be updated.
To have your application considered in the first round of reviews, please apply before May 12, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment or location.

*Lead and implement the strategic vision and plan for assigned library divisions.

• Lead the development of a strategic vision that motivates and inspires employees; addresses future staffing, operations, asset management and capital improvement needs.
• Create and monitor performance metrics to ensure that the division is achieving goals and objectives.
• Conduct leadership team meetings to facilitate information sharing, develop team goals and objectives, work through key decisions and/or issues, and focus on leadership development.
• Evaluate and implement opportunities for synergy between divisions.
• Participate actively on the Rochester Public Library leadership team and work in collaboration with the team in setting and fulfilling the Rochester Public Library strategy and objectives.
• Assist with the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies and procedures.

*Lead, manage, direct and supervise, through direct and delegated supervision, the work of employees in assigned divisions.

• Foster a collaborative leadership style that encourages teamwork, promotes staff initiative, and provides professional growth opportunities for all departmental employees.
• Develop and implement effective employee coaching and performance management strategies to ensure the achievement of organizational priorities and to create an environment that encourages innovation, teamwork, employee engagement, fiscal responsibility, and high-quality work.
• Create expectations and outcomes for employees to work collaboratively with other City department staff, public agencies, customers, and the community.
• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and orientation processes for new employees and ensure strategies are implemented to obtain and maintain a diverse workforce.
• Partner with the Human Resources professionals to resolve employment/labor relations issues and participate in collective bargaining agreement negotiations when requested.
• Demonstrate courage in providing direct and current feedback to others and addressing difficult people or situations when they occur.
• Eliminate negative or unproductive behaviors that are detrimental to the team or other teammates.

*Provide internal and external customer service and represent the City and the Rochester Public Library in relationships with customers, Rochester Public Library Board, the City Council and other agencies.

• Develop and implement customer service expectations and lead decisions related to customer service levels.
• Maintain RPL's Customer Service Handbook and oversee ongoing training and development for the team.
• Meet the City's customer service standards and the Library's Core Values in all interactions with the public and staff.
• Handles complaints and deals with problems arising in public service.

• Represent the City regarding library issues with other governmental agencies.
• Make presentations of complex and technical information, including project-related information, to City Council, Commissions, citizen groups, governmental agencies, elected officials, and professional organizations.
• Develop content for monthly Library Board meeting agendas or special committee meetings, including preparation of the monthly report.
• Attend regular and special Library Board meetings, oversee official record keeping at meetings, including public posting requirements.
• Respond to, or provide guidance to communications staff, for media inquiries.

*Serve as the collection development manager

• Oversee administration of the collection development policy.
• In partnership with Division Heads and Librarians, coordinate the implementation of Collection Development and Maintenance Plans for each collection area; develop short and long-term goals; track progress; and review data points.
• Provide support, training, and coordination to the team for best practices in collection development and maintenance activities including data collection, collection promotion, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Technical Services to ensure smooth processes and exceptional access to materials through relevant and inclusive cataloging practices.

*Serve as the programming manager

• Provide strategic direction and guidance on the catalog of programs, events, and public education opportunities to ensure the achievement of strategic goals and representation of the diversity of the community.
• Provide support, training, and coordination to the team for best practices in program activities including data collection, collection development and maintenance, promotion, processes, and procedures.
• In partnership with Division Heads and program leads, coordinate the development of short and long-term goals; track progress; and review data points.
• Encourage collaboration among Divisions, COR Departments, and with community organizations to expand impact and reach of programming services.

*Serve as outreach services manager

• Plan & oversee outreach services.
• Provide support, training, and coordination to the team for best practices in outreach activities including data collection, promotion, processes, and procedures.
• In partnership with outreach team, coordinate the development of short and long-term goals; track progress; and review data points.
• Foster collaboration with community organizations to better reach under-resourced communities.
• Continuously analyze community demographics and population trends and adapt services to respond to changing community needs.

Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited college/university with five years of experience providing leadership and direction to employees in a library setting.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience within a public library system

Experience with project management, collection development, library programing, and/or outreach services

Experience working with a board of directors or similar decision-making body

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:

Continuous demands: sitting and continuous/repetitive use of arms, wrists and fingers for computer work.
Frequent demands: standing, walking, and fine dexterity.

Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, and touch.

Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
NONE (not substantially exposed to environmental conditions)

01

The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. You must be honest and accurate in answering the supplemental questions and do not type "see resume". You may also be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview for this position. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you hold a Master's Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited college/university?

• Yes
• No

03

Which of the following best describes your years of full-time experience in library administration and supervisory positions in public libraries?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• More than 1 year, but less than 5 years
• More than 5 years, but less than 10 years
• More than 10 years, but less than 12 years
• More than 12 years, but less than 15 years
• More than 15 years

04

Which of the following best describes your years of full-time equivalent employment experience overseeing and directing the activities performed by other staff:

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• More than 2 years, but less than 4 years
• More than 4 years, but less than 6 years
• More than 6 years, but less than 8 years
• More than 8 years, but less than 10 years
• More than 10 years, but less than 12 years
• More than 12 years, but less than 15 years
• More than 15 years

05

Which of the following best describes the population of the jurisdiction where you obtained the majority of your leadership and/or senior level experience in public libraries?

• Less than 5,000
• Between 5,000 to 15,000
• Between 15,000 to 30,000
• Between 30,000 to 50,000
• More than 50,000, but less than 80,000
• More than 80,000, but less than 100,000
• More than 100,000
• N/A - I do not possess any experience in this area

06

Which of the following best describes the number of staff that you oversee or direct:

• 1 to 3 staff
• 4 to 8 staff
• 9 to 15 staff
• More than 15 staff
• N/A - I do not direct or oversee any staff

07

Did your experience overseeing and directing the activities performed by other staff include any of the following? (select all that apply)

• Leading a strategic planning process
• Hiring, selecting or promoting employees
• Conducting performance appraisals
• Disciplining or reprimanding employees
• Approving timecards and/or time off requests
• Scheduling employees
• Employee development and/or training
• N/A - I have no formal supervisory experience

08

Which of the following best describes your years of experience managing a budget for a department?

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• More than 2 years, but less than 4 years
• More than 4 years, but less than 6 years
• More than 6 years, but less than 8 years
• More than 8 years, but less than 10 years
• More than 10 years

09

Which of the following best describes your years of experience related to creating agendas for, presenting at, and working with Boards and Commissions, City Councils, etc.?

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• More than 2 years, but less than 4 years
• More than 4 years, but less than 6 years
• More than 6 years, but less than 8 years
• More than 8 years, but less than 10 yeas
• More than 10 years

10

In which of the following areas do you have experience? (Check all that apply)

• Collection Development
• Collection Maintenance
• Planning and overseeing outreach services
• Creating recommendations based on community demographics and input for libraries
• Implementing and maintaining budgets
• None of the above

11

Tell us how your professional, educational and lived experiences would help you be successful in this role.
12

Describe what specifically about this job inspired you to apply and what the City of Rochester would gain in having you onboard.
13

Describe your overall leadership philosophy and provide examples of how you have demonstrated this philosophy in your current and/or previous roles.
14

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: City policy requires that finalists are required to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history. Please note that a criminal conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration for employment with the City of Rochester. If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation?

• Yes
• No

Required Question