Executive Director

Key Responsibilities The Executive Director will foster and sustain effective relationships with Illinois library partners, including the Illinois State Library, Library Systems (IHLS & RAILS), CARLI, AISLE, and other pertinent organizations; advocating for legislative, executive, and judicial actions that enhance library services for all residents. The Executive Director leads internal organizational effectiveness by retaining and evaluating qualified staff and cultivating a supportive organizational climate. This role requires the ability to manage the association's financial assets to ensure stability and revenue growth; to provide financial trend data to accurately evaluate ILA’s current and future status, and collaborating with the Executive Board, Finance and Fundraising Committees, and other ILA units to identify and develop additional revenue sources. The next Executive Director will have strong leadership skills with the ability to engage and inspire members and staff and ensure the organization’s goals, objectives, strategic plans, and standards are advanced. The Executive Director will be an effective team‑builder, and motivator who creates a climate of collegiality, trust, and dedication. The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership by collaborating with the Executive Board, ILA committees and forums, and membership to develop and implement policies that substantively advance the association's mission, goals, and objectives. They will have experience providing strategic financial oversight and managing budgets in alignment with organizational goals. Executive decision‑making skills, experience with developing and enacting strategic plans, and outstanding communication and relationship‑building skills are essential to successfully taking on this role. Strong subject matter expertise in the Illinois library environment, laws, and legislation, or the aptitude to develop deep industry knowledge and awareness in this field quickly is desired. Qualifications A Master’s degree in Library and Information Science; a Graduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Public Policy, or Communications; a Certified Association Executive (C.A.E.) designation; or a combination of experience and education that is equivalent to the aforementioned responsibilities. Seven or more years of applicable career experience, with at least five years of supervisory experience, OR significant experience as an effective senior‑level supervisor, manager. Compensation The hiring salary range is $150,000 – 160,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bradbury Miller Associates