Library Director | Wilkinson Public Library
- Salary: 117,709 - 147,136 USD Annually
- Salary Top:147,136
- Apply By: Feb 09, 2025
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Library Services
- Executive
- Management
- Mid to Senior Level
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Summary
The Wilkinson Public Library (San Miguel County Public Library District #1) is located in spectacular southwestern Colorado, known for its stunning scenic beauty and a rich, colorful history. The Library District comprises the east end of San Miguel County. From the dramatic San Juan Mountains and Telluride’s world-class skiing in the east to the mesas, farms, and high-desert ranches to the west, San Miguel County (pop. 8,082, 1289 sq. mi.) is geographically and socioeconomically diverse, a state and national treasure. A five-member board of trustees, each appointed by the San Miguel County Commissioners oversees the library district.
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Job Description
Currently, the District has a strong financial position. The 2025 budget anticipates $4.48M in general fund expenditures, supporting 23.35 FTE, and capital expenditures of $1.76M. Projected yearend (2025) fund balances are GF $1.2M and Capital $1.8M. The Colorado State Library ranks the WPL first in the state for per capita library visits and circulation, and third in the state for per capita program attendance.
This career opportunity is available with the scheduled retirement (late-March, 2025) of the library director, who has served as director for nearly 11 years. The library director reports to the board of trustees and oversees a management team, comprised of the managers of the library’s four key divisions: business office, operations, youth services, and public services.
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Job Requirements
A four-year degree in a relevant field of study; at least five years of progressively responsible experience in library administration; knowledge of library best practices, trends, issues, and industry software and databases; or any equivalent combination of education and experience are all required. A master’s degree in library science or library information science from an ALA- accredited school or program, or in a related field is also required. Desired qualifications include advanced training in management, public or business administration, and human resources, and the ability to speak Spanish. All applicants should be aware of the high cost of living in the area and remote location and are encouraged to complete their due diligence prior to submitting an application. Please see https://telluridelibrary.org/employment/ for the full job description.
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Special Instructions
Filing Deadline: February 9, 2025
Contact: Andrew (Drew) Gorgey at (970) 987-1238 (direct)
Full information: https://columbialtd.com/recruitments
Cover letter and resume only to: apply@columbialtd.com
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Additional Information
The hiring range for this position is $117,709 to $147,136 DOQE. In addition, the following benefits are provided: medical, dental, and vision insurances (cafeteria plan); group life, AD&D and group long-term disability insurances; and a health reimbursement account (HRA) and health care and dependent care FSAs. Retirement benefits are through the well-regarded Colorado Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA) in lieu of social security, with an optional PERAPlus 401(k) available. This position enjoys paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holiday pay, as well as paid family and medical leave, and bereavement leave. Additional benefits include support for professional development, EAP, and tuition and wellness reimbursements. Relocation assistance and contributions toward housing may be subject to negotiation, as needed.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Columbia ltd
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