The Trustees of the North Riverside Public Library District are searching for a new Director for their small town library with big town offerings. The ideal candidate will possess business acumen, provide professional advocacy, and encourage relationship building.

North Riverside is a near west suburb of Chicago with a diverse population of 7,500, including a large number of senior residents and a growing Hispanic community. Candidates reflecting this diversity are encouraged to apply. The beautifully maintained, 22,000 square foot building recently added a colorful play area-the Baby Garden-for toddlers and caregivers, and it has a popular makerspace called the Build Guild. There is a supportive, combined Foundation & Friends group, and the annual operating budget is $1.4 million.

The Library's programs and services are offered by 23 hard-working staff members who are looking for a champion, someone who will advocate for their needs and who will enhance communication across departments. They are looking for a leader who is good at balancing their time inside the building and out in the community.

The chosen candidate will provide the proper setting for the recruitment, development, and evaluation of patron-centered employees and maintain a healthy work environment where staff are valued for their contributions and encouraged to produce their best work, one that instills confidence in them and allows them to keep the place humming even when away from the building.

The Director reports to a 7-member, elected Board of Trustees. There will be at least one new face in the governance group after the spring election. There is a solid capital plan in place and a healthy reserve to cover emergencies.

Requirements for the position include a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program, 5-years of related work, and 3-years of supervisory experience. Full financial transparency is a basic tenet of regular operations. They will build on developed partnerships and serve as a member of local civic organizations. The incoming Director will also be responsible for bringing a formal conclusion to the last strategic plan and for coordinating the development of the next one. Related to this is the previously-discussed goal of increasing weekly operating hours.

This is a full-time, exempt position with a minimum annual salary of $88,000, based on experience and accomplishments. The North Riverside Public Library District offers a generous benefits package including participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.

Please apply by sending a thoughtful cover letter, a concise resume, and at least 3 professional references in PDF to northriverside@deiterstodd.com by Friday, May 16. For further information, go to www.deiterstodd.com/northriverside or contact Jim Deiters at jim@deiterstodd.com