DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - Partnerships & ...

PN 26912: DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives, Organizational Advancement & Departmental RelationsHOUSTON PUBLIC LIBRARYPublic libraries are trusted community and cultural centers that serve a highly diverse populace. The Houston Public Library (HPL) is a forward-thinking library organization, situated in the nation''s fourth largest city serving a diverse population of 2.2 million people. At Houston Public Library (HPL), we understand that diversity in experiences, perspectives, knowledge and ideas fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success.HPL is seeking a highly motivated, talented and experienced professional with a forward thinking, inventive mindset to serve as the Deputy Assistant Director of the Office of the Deputy Director - Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives, Organizational Advancement & Departmental Relations. The Deputy Assistant Director will be responsible for supporting the Deputy Director in the advancement of the department, carrying out of duties related to the Office and oversight of select divisional areas within the Office. The Deputy Assistant Director will participate in system-wide planning and development and will be a member of the executive leadership team. The successful candidate will possess a commitment to and passion for HPL''s mission and abreast of current trends impacting libraries. The individual we are seeking will have proven successes aligning people, processes and resources and delivering results working within a high-performance environment. The individual will also be a team player, is politically savvy and be able to effectively interface with executive management, partners, community stakeholders, and all levels of staff. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSServes in the absence of the Deputy Director in the oversight of the Office and operations. Works closely with highly dynamic stakeholder teams within the organization and externally.Supports Deputy Director with Departmental Liaisons activities for - HPLF, HR, Legal, etc.Assists with budget and fiscal management for the Office.Hires, supervises, trains, coaches, develops and evaluates subordinates.Responds to written, telephone, electronic inquiries, requests, and complaints internally and externally regarding organization, programs and activities.Represents the Office and Department at internal and external meetings, conferences, etc.; Maintains active membership in state, regional, and national library and professional associations and organizations. Develops, implements and monitors systems and procedures necessary to ensure effective and efficient operations; Regularly reviews external and internal communications policies and develops or suggests revisions as needed. Supports Deputy Director with written material and interactive presentations for public speaking engagements, press conferences, or article publications.Performs other duties as delegated by the Deputy Director and/or Director including handling issues and information of a highly sensitive and/or of a confidential nature. For additional information regarding the Houston Public Library please visit:

Created: 2021-11-29