Job Description
Job OverviewThe post of Senior Executive Librarian is a professional post requiring a degree and postgraduate qualification in librarianship or degree in librarianship.The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated person, with drive and commitment to delivering quality public services and continual professional development who can demonstrate clear knowledge and understanding of:Local authority services, its key stakeholders and relationshipsLocal government structures and its democratic role and mandateNational and international public library policy and strategyResponsibilitiesWorking with the senior library management team to plan and deliver the local authority library development programmeContribute to forward planning, capital development and policy formulation.Participation in both national and local council committees for the development and implementation of new, innovative services.Management of administrative functions, including HR, Finance, ITC and eServices.Supervise and Participate in the Performance Management Development System Library Team Plan development and roll out to branch network.Management and good governance of library buildings, health and safety, child protection, data protection, sustainable development and business continuity in accordance with Council policies.The Ideal CandidateIt is desirable that candidates demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that he/she;Have experience and skills in leadership and management ability;Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills;Have experience in people management and team membership skills;Have experience in change management and project management skills;Have knowledge of current issues and the future direction of libraries and Local Government;Be committed to the public interest;Have satisfactory IT skills including knowledge and understanding of relevant technical ICT packages;Driving LicenceApplicants should at the date of applying hold a full valid Irish/EU licence for Class B vehicles. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. The council must be indemnified on their insurance.Online Application Required, CVs not Acceptable.Benefits of Working with UsJob with a purpose, serving the local communityCareer Development OpportunitiesExcellent Benefits & Job SecuritySupportive Work-Life Balance InitiativesPublic Service Pension SchemeKildare County Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr