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- City of Chicago
- Chicago, IL
$150,000 - $200,000a year
Administers, plans, directs, and evaluates public service systems and facilities to meet present and future library service needs of Chicago’s central library that support the library’s mission, values, services, and strategy.
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Monday to Friday
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- Bushnell University
- Chicago, IL
$150,000 - $200,000a year
Participate in Library consortia such as OPALL (Oregon Private Academic Library Link). ... Provide leadership and direction for Kellenberger Library operations, resources, and services. ... collaborations with faculty and library colleagues
Full-Time / Part-Time / Permanent / Temporary / Contract / Internship
PowerPoint
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30+ days ago
- Loyola University Chicago
- Chicago, IL
$80,000 - $88,000a year
The Loyola University Chicago Libraries includes Cudahy Library, the Information Commons, and the Library Storage Facility at the Lakeshore Campus in Rogers Park; Lewis Library at the Water Tower Campus in downtown Chicago; the Health Sciences ...
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- Loyola University Chicago
- Chicago, IL
$55,000 - $65,000a year
The Loyola University Chicago Libraries includes Cudahy Library, the Information Commons, and the Library Storage Facility at the Lakeshore Campus in Rogers Park; Lewis Library at the Water Tower Campus in downtown Chicago; the Health Sciences ...
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- Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District
- Chicago, IL 60605 (Near South Side / Loop area)
$150,000 - $200,000a year
Graduation from an accredited American Library Association program with a Master’s degree in Library Science. ... Serve as primary liaison for external partnerships, including Biodiversity Heritage Library (BHL), Consortium of Academic Research ...
Full-Time / Part-Time / Permanent / Temporary / Contract / Internship
30+ days ago
- Grant Park Music Festival
- Chicago, IL
$22an hour
The Orchestra Library Assistant role provides excellent training in music library operations and exposure to other performing arts administration careers; previous seasonal staff members at the Festival have ... Assist with the maintenance and ...
Full-Time / Temporary
11 days ago
- Loyola University Chicago
- Chicago, IL
$55,000 - $65,000a year
Loyola University Chicago Libraries seeks applications for the position of Research and Education Librarian , based at the Health Sciences Library. ... the library and university community. ... Experience with library discovery tools and systems, ...
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- Southern Illinois University
- Chicago, IL
$15.25an hour
Employees at this level perform functional duties that require the exercise of judgment in the application of guidelines to specific library operations and services (such as the resolution of conflicting information or interpretation of library ...
Full-Time / Part-Time
Retirement Plan
High School Degree
CMS
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5 days ago
- Confidential
- Chicago, IL
The Company is seeking a Dean of Libraries to provide strategic leadership and vision for the library system. ... Applicants for the Dean of Libraries position at the company should have a terminal degree in library and information science or a ...
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- Jobleads-US
- Chicago, IL
Participate in Library consortia such as OPALL (Oregon Private Academic Library Link). ... Provide leadership and direction for Kellenberger Library operations, resources, and services. ... collaborations with faculty and library colleagues
Full-Time / Part-Time / Permanent / Temporary / Contract / Internship
Excel
PowerPoint
30+ days ago
- Chicago Public Schools
- Chicago, IL 60701
ABOUT CPS: We are an urban district on the rise. The support and resources we provide to our staff enables them to make the greatest difference where it's needed most. Be a part of the change. Our mission is to provide a high quality public ...
Full-Time / Part-Time / Permanent / Temporary / Contract / Internship
Teaching Certification
Bachelor's Degree
30+ days ago
- DePaul Talent Acquisition
- Chicago, IL
$64,662 - $85,045a year
... and career development of professional library personnel. ... Reporting to the Director of the Law Library, the Senior Faculty Services Reference Librarian provides general and in-depth reference and research services to law faculty, law ...
Full-Time / Part-Time
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
8 days ago
- DePaul University
- Chicago, IL
$74,367 - $100,000a year
... prepares annual budget and special budgets for the Library; assists the Administrative Team in the preparation of the annual library materials budget; prepares and administers internal budget reports throughout the year; reviews and approves ...
Full-Time / Part-Time / Permanent / Temporary / Contract / Internship
Retirement Plan
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- University of Chicago (UC)
- Chicago, IL 60637 (Greater Grand Crossing / Woodlawn / Washington Park area)
$5,000a month
Wright Fellowship provides $5,000 to a law school or library science student or a recent graduate selected for training at the D'Angelo Law Library for a Fellowship as described below. ... undertake and complete a project based on the needs and ...
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- ILLINOIS LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
- Chicago, IL 60603 (Loop area)
$150,000 - $200,000a year
Serves on internal and external committees or projects; and represents the Flaxman Library throughout the library and special collections communities. ... As a key member of a collaborative and dynamic team at SAIC's Library + Special Collections, ...
Full-Time / Part-Time / Permanent / Temporary / Contract / Internship
Master's Degree
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5 days ago
- SAIC
- Chicago, IL
$150,000 - $200,000a year
... with Library + Special Collections staff to develop, maintain, and assess the library collections to optimize and promote teaching, learning, and research activities on campus. ... As a key member of a collaborative and dynamic team at SAIC's ...
Full-Time
Master's Degree
7 days ago
- Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District
- Chicago, IL
$125,000 - $150,000a year
Classifies Library + Special Collections materials according to the Library of Congress Classification and other metadata schema as needed and appropriate for different types of collections and materials. ... Under the general supervision of the ...
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Drupal
30+ days ago
- Chicago Public Library Foundation
- Chicago, IL
- Remote
$80,000a year
About the Chicago Public Library FoundationEstablished in 1986, the Chicago Public Library Foundation (CPLF) is an independent nonprofit ... As an organization rooted in public-private partnership, we believe that achieving change in DEIB requires ...
Full-Time
Retirement Plan
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
10 days ago
- The University Of Chicago
- Chicago, IL
- Remote
$125,000 - $150,000a year
Fellows working in the D'Angelo Law Library under the guidance and supervision of the Law Library Director and other librarians will learn about the Library's overall functions, policies, and practices in both the collections services and user ...
Full-Time / Part-Time / Temporary
28 days ago
- DePaul University
- Chicago, IL
$23.45 - $23.68an hour
Provide high quality, equitable service to all library users face-to-face at the Access Services Desk, over the phone, and via email and IM/Chat. Assist users in navigating the library catalog to locate specific items. Explain library policies and ...
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Central Library Director

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City of Chicago
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Chicago, IL
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$150,000 - $200,000 a year

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Monday to Friday

Master's Degree

Description

Job Description - CENTRAL LIBRARY DIRECTOR (409497)

Job Number:

409497

Job Announcement

CENTRAL LIBRARY DIRECTOR

CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Central Administration Team

Number of Positions: 1

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CST on 04/11/2025

Duties

Responsible for direction of public service, programs and operations for the Harold Washington Library Center. Administers, plans, directs, and evaluates public service systems and facilities to meet present and future library service needs of Chicago’s central library that support the library’s mission, values, services, and strategy. Oversees personnel administration activities for employees including hiring, coaching, and mentoring. Directs staff in developing and achieving goals and objectives and quality standards for programs, services and personnel. Evaluates the quality of services and programs at the central library and ensures that community needs are being met. Monitors and responds to facility maintenance and building needs, including safety and security concerns. Serves as a member of the senior leadership team and represents the Chicago Public Library on committees, at professional meetings and civic functions. Confers and collaborates with other Library administrators on issues of common interest and the development and implementation of services and programs. Participates in the department's strategic planning and policy implementation efforts. Works with civic and community groups to determine and respond to neighborhood needs, interpret library trends, and promote increased use of library resources. Directs the development and maintenance of library collections to support educational, informational, cultural, and recreational interests of communities. Interprets and ensures implementation of library policies and procedures. Responds to and resolves patron concerns in a timely manner; Assists in the planning, development, and administration of workshops, seminars, and other training programs to promote staff growth and development. Resolves sensitive issues by making decisions that are inclusive of multiple perspectives. Prepares and submits reports and other written communications as required; Allocates and monitors budget activity to ensure fiscal responsibility as needed. Implements city and strategy goals and objectives. Upholds the Library’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Position requires on-call availability based on operational needs. Other duties as required. The role is fast paced and requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Location

400 S. State Street – Central Administration Team

Days Off

Two days off per week

Shift

Monday through Friday 9:00 – 5:00. Will be required to work evenings and weekends/be on call based on operational needs

Hours

35 hours per week to be scheduled during normal unit hours

Exemption Status

This position is exempt from the career service.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited American Library Association college or university with a Master's degree in Library Science or an approved foreign credential evaluation plus seven years of professional library experience of which three years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.

Selection Requirements

This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

Application Evaluation

Initial evaluation will be based on the information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resources staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow all required employment/hiring plan provisions, federal, state, and local laws, and collective bargaining agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

Commitment to Diversity

To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience, the City of Chicago has adopted ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States, residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA), and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.

Important Notice

All references to political sponsorship or recommendation must be omitted from all application materials submitted for city employment.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

The City of Chicago is committed to providing fair chance hiring and welcomes applicants with past convictions, recognizing the value of a diverse workforce and the potential for growth and positive change.

Job Posting

Job Posting: Mar 12, 2025, 12:00:00 AM | Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External: Apr 11, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

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Public Services & Administration

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Other

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Public Sector, Administration & Politics

: Location
Chicago, IL 60290
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: Salary
$150.000 - 200.000

: Company
City of Chicago

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