Library Finance and Facilities Director

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $118,948.83 - $190,317.60 Annual Department: Library Department Job Type: Regular Exemption Status: United States of America (Exempt) Closing Date: July 12, 2026 We’re currently seeking a strategic thinker with financial savvy and experience in operational excellence to guide a talented team as our next Library Finance and Facilities Director. Responsibilities Collaborate with Executive Management Team members to provide departmental leadership and develop strategic direction in alignment with the library’s priorities and broader county and state processes. Serve as a key advisor to the Director and Deputy Director on organizational issues, planning, and special strategic initiatives. Supervise Library Business Services and Library Facilities Management staff, including day‑to‑day oversight of the Library Finance Manager and Facilities Manager, and indirect supervision of other managers and lead workers. Manage and coach staff to meet performance goals, facilitate communication and teamwork, and coordinate program activities. Lead the annual budget development for the Library department and the independent Multnomah County Library District (~$127million), coordinating with executive leaders, equity team, analytics team, and cost‑center managers. Develop near‑term and long‑term financial strategies and perform complex budgetary and forecast analyses for operational and strategic decision‑making. Act as the primary liaison to the County Budget Office and County Finance leadership team. Oversee financial policy for the Library Department and District, in partnership with the Library Director and County CFO. Supervise contracts, procurement, accounting, grants management, and budget monitoring functions for the Library department. Build and maintain relationships with Library managers and finance leaders across the county to promote trust, transparency, and collaboration. Evaluate revenue resources, including potential grants from the Friends of the Library, the Library Foundation, and other grant funders. Develop the Library District financial strategy related to the operationalization of the Intergovernmental Agreement with Multnomah County, including administrative services and service‑level agreements. Oversee Library Facilities and Logistics functions, providing guidance on real‑property transactions, lease acquisition and renewal, property sales, site development, and real‑estate activities. Direct long‑term capital planning in conjunction with the Department of County Assets. Partner with Library managers and County Facilities and Property Management to ensure facilities are well‑maintained and meet patron and staff needs. Support the Project Management Office in implementing the Library capital bond program via the Bond Leadership Team. Maintain oversight of internal service methodologies and practices for facility operations. Lead Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and County safety committees. Serve as president of the Hollywood Condominium Association on behalf of the Library District. Represent the Library in countywide facilities planning sessions. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, finance, accounting, or a related field. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible public sector financial management, including direct responsibility for leading budget development and financial operations. Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience. Ability to pass a criminal records check (conviction is not an automatic bar to employment). Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field. Library or public sector management experience. Knowledge of Oregon budget law. Proficiency with budget software and enterprise financial systems (Questica, Workday, etc.). Public sector asset management experience, including long‑range capital planning. Understanding of internal service rate modeling for administrative services. Experience with public speaking and formal presentations. Ability to model inclusive behaviors and practices that create safety, trust, and belonging. Experience supervising in a union environment. Judgment and tact when interacting with staff, county peers, and the public. Equal Opportunity Multnomah County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and requests priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference is available under Oregon Law to qualifying veterans. Site of Work Hybrid Telework is required. This position requires work both remotely and at the Library Administration Office, 205 NE Russell Street, Portland, OR 97212. All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington. Benefits and Pay Pay Range: $118,948.83 – $190,317.60 (annual). Compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will consider candidate experience and education. #J-18808-Ljbffr Multnomah County