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Director of Operations

Warren-Newport Public Library District
Gurnee, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Lead, Innovate, and Transform : Director of Operations at WNPL

Are You a Strategic Leader with a Passion for Libraries? We're seeking a results-driven Director of Operations to drive our mission of enriching, empowering, and enlightening the people of the Warren-Newport Public Library District .

This is a full-time, exempt Grade 10 position at 37.50 hours a week. The starting salary is $82,524.00-$103,155.00 DOE. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 9 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. with occasional evenings and weekends (for board meetings and special events).

What Makes This Role Exceptional :

  • Shape the future of a dynamic, community-focused library
  • Enjoy a collaborative environment that values professional development
  • Lead cross-functional teams with proven project management expertise

Your Impact :

  • Strategically manage facilities, IT, and support services
  • Develop innovative solutions that enhance library accessibility
  • Build a workplace culture of continuous learning and inclusivity
  • We Offer :

  • Competitive compensation reflecting your expertise and impact
  • Supportive, forward-thinking organizational culture
  • Robust professional development opportunities
  • Time Off :

  • 20 Vacation Days
  • 12 Sick Days
  • 3 Floating Holidays
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Insurance & Retirement :

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (library-subsidized)
  • 50,000 Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund ( IMRF ) pension plan (required enrollment)
  • Optional Benefits :

  • 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
  • Decreasing Term Life Insurance
  • Flex Spending Account
  • Healthcare

  • Dependent care
  • Perks & Work Environment :

  • Access to the Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Casual dress code
  • Access to a staff pantry
  • Monthly staff events
  • Requirements

    Ideal Candidate :

  • Master's degree in library science, business, or related field
  • 5 years leadership experience within library operations or similar service-oriented environments
  • Proven ability to successfully plan, execute, and monitor projects using effective project management methodologies.
  • If you're ready to lead, innovate, and make a difference, we want to meet you!

  • Apply by visiting our website www.wnpl.info and clicking on Jobs at WNPL. Please include a cover letter and resume. Applicants applying directly through our website will receive emails from recruiting@talent.paylocity.com and should add that address to their safe sender list. No phone calls, emails or in-person inquiries please.
  • Salary : $82,524 - $103,155

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