Head of Public Library Services and Director of the Media Library Network

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in France.

📋 Description

• Lead the public library policy for Entre Bièvre et Rhône and oversee the ÉCuME network.

• Create, execute, and assess the local public library development strategy.

• Construct and formalize the service plan for the public library network.

• Convert the authority’s strategic goals into actionable plans and operational projects.

• Guide the network’s collection development, cultural programming, and service strategies.

• Foster a dynamic network among the 23 media libraries.

• Encourage resource sharing, collaboration, and experience exchange among teams.

• Cultivate forward-thinking approaches regarding service evolution, user behaviors, and facilities.

• Establish and oversee activity evaluation tools, contributing to assessments and reports.

• Organize team activities and assign responsibilities effectively.

• Supervise the network’s cross-functional areas, including events, cultural initiatives, digital development, and interlibrary delivery services.

• Facilitate organizational change and the implementation of the service plan.

• Ensure effective information flow and coordination across all network levels.

• Identify staffing needs and skill requirements, participating in recruitment and onboarding processes.

• Monitor individual employee situations and work organization matters.

• Support employees’ professional growth and the evolution of their roles.

• Assist in identifying training needs and the professional development of teams.

• Prepare and oversee the service budget and its execution.

• Anticipate changes in expenditure and revenue needs.

• Prepare necessary information for budgetary decision-making.

• Monitor public funding programs and calls for proposals.

• Prepare grant application documents and track awarded grants.

• Ensure compliance with deadlines and obligations from agreements.

• Prepare reports and supporting documents required for grant payments.

• Maintain relationships with institutional and funding partners.

• Prepare and facilitate the governance bodies of the network.

• Assist municipalities in executing the public library development plan’s strategic priorities.

• Prepare decision-support materials for elected officials and senior management.

• Present the service’s projects, assessments, and future plans.

• Collaborate with arts education, cinema, and other public policy sectors.

• Develop projects and partnerships with other intermunicipal public policy areas.

• Contribute to cross-disciplinary cultural programming.

• Participate in the territory-wide cultural plan and discussions on cultural cooperation.

• Establish and maintain relationships with local partners and public library stakeholders.

• Represent the network to municipalities, institutional stakeholders, professional networks, booksellers, suppliers, and cultural, artistic, socio-cultural, and educational organizations.

⛳️ Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of public library policy and library operations.

• Strong understanding of the local government landscape and the functioning of public authorities.

• Familiarity with current issues and trends in the library and public library sectors.

• Proficient in team management and change management techniques.

• Competent in project management and networking abilities.

• Skilled in administrative and budget management.

• Knowledgeable about public grant funding and institutional partnerships.

• Proficient in territorial analysis and assessment methodologies.

• Familiar with audience development and the evolution of services for residents.

• Understanding of cultural policy and territorial cooperation.

• Capable of translating political and strategic priorities into operational projects.

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and track their progress.

• Skilled in supervising and uniting a professional team.

• Competent in organizing work and supporting service developments.

• Proficient in building and monitoring a budget.

• Skilled in preparing grant applications and tracking them to completion.

• Ability to develop monitoring, evaluation, and decision-support tools.

• Proficient in facilitating meetings and working groups.

• Capable of collaborating with elected officials, administrative departments, and institutional partners.

• Skilled at developing cooperative initiatives and maintaining a professional network.

• Ability to report on activities and formulate development proposals.

• Strong management skills, organizational capabilities, and attention to detail.

• Excellent analytical, synthesis, and forward-planning abilities.

• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the capacity to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Competent in decision-making and prioritizing competing demands.

• Demonstrates initiative and autonomy.

• Capable of working in a cross-functional and partnership-oriented environment.

• Strong commitment to public service principles.

• Interest in advancements in cultural, collection-related, and digital practices.

• Full-time position, requiring 35 hours per week.

• Regular travel throughout the Entre Bièvre et Rhône area.

• One Saturday per month required.

• Occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary.

• Category A+, cultural services track.

• Remote work is permitted.

🏝️ Benefits

• Commuter support plan covering 75% of public transport subscription costs.

• Meal vouchers valued at €8, with 60% subsidized by the employer.

• Access to a Social Benefits Committee (COS38).

• Health insurance with a 50% contribution from the employer.

• Income protection insurance with employer contributions based on selected options.

• Opportunities for sports activities during lunch breaks.

• Remote work options available.