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The City of Santa Monica Director of Library Services

A community of lifelong learning.

The City of Santa Monica is actively seeking candidates for

Director of Library Services

Library System Serving the City of Santa Monica (pop. 92,185), and surrounding Los Angeles area communities, the Santa Monica Public Library (SMPL) operates five library facilities in 8.3 square miles. The 104,000 square foot Main Library has a strong civic presence in the heart of downtown. The branch libraries are located in diverse, residential neighborhoods with lively commercial districts nearby.

Santa Monica Public Library has received a top, five-star rating by the LJ Index of Public Library for the past five years. SMPL’s mission is “to provide resources, services and a place to encourage the community to Read, Connect, Relax and Learn.” The community is strongly committed to education and to its municipal library system that provide exceptional collections, online resources, services, programs and facilities. The Library’s organization culture is responsive to new ideas and encourages staff development at all levels. The Library is currently in its first year of implementing a new strategic plan. The Library has a budgeted FTE staff of 111 including 40.4 permanent librarians, and is supported by a total budget of $12.73 million (FY 2016/17)

Visit the SMPL website at www.smpl.org and www.facebook.com/smpublib for additional information regarding this award-winning institution.

Key PrioritiesThe successful candidate will have the following key priorities to guide their activities as they lead the organization:

• Conduct a holistic review of library operations to ensure alignment with and the ability to achieve the goals and objectives of the recently created strategic, staffing and service plans.

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to develop a system-wide update of the technology plan that embraces the strategic plan and the technology culture in Santa Monica.

• Strengthen existing and cultivate new partnerships with city departments that establish and advance life-long learning opportunities.

• Build a strong internal management and staff development program that includes coaching and mentoring; succession planning and training; and individual career planning and mapping at all levels within the library organization.

• Foster a culture that embraces innovation, creativity and drives collaboration throughout the library, other city departments and the community.

• Continue promoting the positive work culture and openness that is the hallmark of Santa Monica Public Library.

Key AttributesThe successful candidate will have a genuine commitment and passion for libraries and the ever changing roles libraries play in the quality of life of their community. Libraries are a natural platform for intergenerational learning, as well as a place for entrepreneurs, small businesses and startups to succeed. The successful candidate will cultivate community connections and have exceptional interpersonal, people and communications skills with a strong background in community and stakeholder engagement. Openness to new ideas and willingness to engage staff and other key stakeholders in the decision making process is a hallmark in our organization and a key attribute of our team culture.

Public libraries are shifting from providing information and basic classes to a more comprehensive learning platform - including discovery, progressive and certified learning options, and tools and technology for sharing new knowledge. When looking to the future of our library system the successful candidate will bring an innovative approach to this comprehensive learning environment that incorporates the historical role of “free” libraries in a democracy and the values they bring to life-long learning. The successful candidate will have a vision for the future of libraries and an inspirational leadership style that brings people along to create the future and operate in a community centric way that values the diverse population and is sensitive to the needs of the Santa Monica community.

Finally, the successful candidate will have a proven demonstration of cultural competence and a track record of responsiveness to diverse community residents, library users, and library staff is essential. They will have experience in leading and managing organizational and culture change; a strong appreciation and advocacy for the use of technology in all aspects of library operations and services for library customers. They will promote the use of library best practices and actively contribute to the profession.

The City of Santa Monica is looking for a progressive and visionary leader to lead a five branch library system that serves an average of 1.4 million people each year from our diverse and engaged community.

Key QualitiesThe successful candidate for the Director of Library Services will be a leader who is:

• Progressive and visionary.• Transformational and a risk-taker.• Team builder and team player.• Cooperative, collaborative and inclusive. • Willing to delegate responsibility and authority.• Able to hold them self and others to high standards of accountability.• Able to see the big picture.• Experienced in using data to make informed decisions.

QualificationsGraduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Library Science. Seven years of progressively responsible, professional municipal library management and supervisory experience, including a minimum of three years as a Director or Assistant Director of a comparably sized or larger municipal library system or a division head in a larger municipal library system.

Application ProcessThe Director of Library Services recruitment is being conducted on a national basis by The Hawkins Company. The Hawkins Company will review all written materials submitted, and will screen and evaluate all candidates. The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an on-site interview. To be considered, please submit your resume and cover letter with current salary information electronically to librarydirector.smpl@thehawkinscompany.com. Resumes received by Friday, September 23, 2016 will receive first consideration. The position is open until filled.

The Hawkins Company8939 S. Sepulveda Blvd., #110-216Los Angeles, CA 90045www.thehawkinscompany.com

All questions must be addressed to The Hawkins Company. For additional information or questions, please contact Ms. Brett Byers at 323-403-8279, brett@thehawkinscompany.com or Mr. Bill Hawkins at 310-348-8800. bill@thehawkinscompany.com

Employment OpportunitiesVisit us on the web atwww.smgov.net/hrOr call 310-458-8246

City of Santa MonicaHuman Resources1685 Main StreetSanta Monica, CA 90401An Equal Opportunity Employer

About the City

Within just 8.3 square miles bordered by the Pacific Ocean and the west side of Los Angeles, Santa Monica is home to 91,000 residents who enjoy beautiful neighborhoods, a world renowned beach, a thriving art community, vibrant shopping districts, excellent schools, award winning community facilities and parks, and plenty of sunshine. The world-renowned coastal City is minutes from Los Angeles International Airport and connected by regional light rail to all of the resources of greater Los Angeles. It’s world-renowned for three miles of wide sandy beaches, “Silicon Beach”, as well as numerous arts, entertainment and cultural attractions. Citizens are actively engaged in their community and prize the unique character and quality of life to be found across a diverse array of distinctive residential neighborhoods and in Santa Monica’s vibrant Downtown. The Santa Monica community is known for its high level of engagement in civic affairs. Community priorities emphasize active and healthy lifestyles, culture, sustainability, social services, youth services and balanced land use. The City recently received a Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayor’s Challenge prize to help fund The Wellbeing Project to address wellbeing across all segments of the community through a combination of measurement and action. In short, Santa Monica is a vibrant beach town with the resources of a big city.

Fast FactsSanta Monica residents enjoy annual average temperature of 61.7˚, smog free weather and miles of excellent beach, surf and deep sea fishing.

Compensation and BenefitsThe following salary and benefits are being offered for this at-will exempt position:

Salary Range: $155,748 to $192,288 Annually

Retirement: California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.

The City does not participate in Social Security but does participate in Medicare, which requires a 1.45% contribution by both the employee and the City.

City-paid Health Insurance: The City pays 94% of the medical insurance premium for employee and eligible dependents. Employee contributes 6% toward premium. The City pays 100% of premiums for dental and vision plans and the Employee Assistance Program for employee and eligible dependents.

Retiree Medical: The City pays retirees (employees only) medical insurance up to age 70, as provided in the Executive Pay Plan (EPP) Resolution.

Long Term Disability Insurance: The City pays the premium for Long Term Disability coverage.

Supplemental Retirement Plans: A 457 plan is available and there is no city contribution. A 401(a) plan is provided and there is a mandatory $625/month employee contribution.

Holiday/Vacation/Sick Leave: Holidays – 12 days/year which includes up to 3 floating holidays.

Vacation – Minimum accrual of 12 days/year with a maximum accrual of 21 vacation days/year, with a 40 hour/year cash-out provision.

Sick Leave – Accrual of 12 days/year; a portion of unused sick leave can be cashed out at the end of the fiscal year.

Management Leave – Up to 3 days, one of which can be cashed out at the end of the fiscal year.

Term Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy in the amount of 2 times annual salary.

Executive Pay Plan: Director of Library Services/City Librarian receives any other benefits provided under the terms of the Executive Pay Plan. For more details refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for the Executive Pay Plan found under the Labor Relations tab at www.smgov.net/hr