Chief Executive Officer

Description

Chief Executive Officer (Providence Public Library, Rhode Island)
Explore, Discover, Connect...for a Lifetime of Education. Join the Providence Public Library Board of Trustees, Foundation and staff as they work to make this goal a reality for the City of Providence and for all Rhode Islanders. The Library Board seeks an engaged, energetic leader to serve as Chief Executive Officer--finalizing and implementing a new strategic plan--to build on its outstanding service programs and achieve further levels of excellence. The Providence Public Library is a private, independent, 501(c)(3) organization. Housed in a stunning historic building, the Library has a proud and venerable history. Operating from a single 116,000 square foot facility since 2009, it is home to more than one million items. Library operations are funded by endowment, private donations, grants, and a new event venue enterprise. Supported by a $3.4 million annual operating budget, staff focus is primarily in three areas: lifelong learning, early childhood literacy, and individual economic advancement. The position offers a hiring salary range of $100,000-125,000 (placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package. For the complete announcement and job description, please visit Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates. This position closes October 20, 2013.