Deputy Director – Library Finance and Administration

Deputy Director – Library Finance and Administration

The Library Deputy Director - Library Finance and Administration will be responsible for an approximate operating budget of $46M, including an average $10M capital budget. In this role, you will steward Pima County Public Library assets, which include more than 400,000 square feet in 27 libraries, a fleet of vehicles, and multiple technology projects and platforms. This position will oversee major capital projects including library renovations, new library construction, and other capital enhancements.

You will collaborate with the executive team to plan, direct, coordinate, and manage the budget, financial reporting, accounting, contract review, asset management, revenue collection, and accounts payable functions. The Deputy Director reports directly to the Library Director and supervises managerial staff of the library department administrative teams including but not limited to Finance, Facilities, and Human Resources.

• Salary Grade: 19
• Job Type: Unclassified
• Hiring Range: $107,375 - $147,649 annually
• Pay Range: $107,375 - $161,073 annually

Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.

• Develop strategies to expand the library’s engagement with community members, organizations, and stakeholders; ensure alignment with the library’s mission and strategic goals.
• Develop goals, policies, objectives, plans, and procedures for library divisions and the department.
• Supervise staff responsible for library services and coordinate operational direction with protective services personnel.
• Evaluate departmental activities and needs to support strategic goals and continuous improvement.
• Direct or prepare studies and reports to support recommendations for policy changes or procedural improvements.
• Prepare divisional budget requests and participate in the development of the annual library budget.
• Monitor and control expenditure throughout the fiscal year.
• Provide leadership/oversight over a division within the public library, including but not limited to public services, community engagement, administrative services, and communications.
• Review and analyze proposed state and federal legislation for potential impact on department operations and processes and provide recommendations.
• Administer contracts and Intergovernmental agreements (IGA) with vendors and service providers through County Procurement.
• Analyze departmental procedures and organizational structures in relation to operational needs and develop plans and processes to increase efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor and analyze engagement metrics and program outcomes to assess effectiveness; develop clear reports and presentations that communicate impact to library leadership and stakeholders.
• Assess community needs through engagement with the public, advisory groups, and community leaders, and support staff in developing and delivering responsive library services and programs.
• Provide strategic oversight of library services and programs, ensuring effective administration and delivery.
• Support the Director by coordinating activities and preparing materials for meetings of the Library Advisory Board, Board of Supervisors, and other jurisdictions within the service area.
• Lead initiatives to deliver high-quality customer service by driving consistent evaluation and continuous improvement; oversee the review and enhancement of public service policies and procedures.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science, Education, Public Administration, Public Policy, Communications, Social Work, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, AND seven years of directly related experience in library administration, public administration, finance, or a related field, which includes three years of…