Montgomery County Government · 1 day ago
Assistant Director for Innovation & Strategy (Manager II), Grade M2
Rockville, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$114K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expMontgomery County Government is seeking a dynamic and experienced Library Administrator to lead significant, positive changes within a public service organization. This role is responsible for developing strategic direction, goals, plans, and policies to foster innovation across all library branches and programs, ensuring accountability for overall results.
GovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a forward-thinking strategic plan to foster innovation across all library branches and programs
Lead initiatives to integrate emerging technologies, digital resources, and new service models to improve community access and engagement
Foster a culture of experimentation, continuous improvement, and collaboration within the organization
Collaborate with stakeholders, including community organizations, government agencies, and funding entities, to identify and pursue strategic partnerships and funding opportunities
Conduct regular community needs assessments to inform service planning and ensure inclusivity and equity
Oversee the rollout of pilot projects and scale successful innovation efforts system wide
Provide leadership on data collection and analysis to measure the impact of innovative initiatives
Advocate for the library’s role in promoting literacy, lifelong learning, and social inclusion within the diverse urban landscape
Review and refine the long-term innovation strategy aligned with community needs and organizational goals
Allocate budgetary resources through the management of the 21st Century CIP budget
Analyze market trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to inform ongoing strategic initiatives
Collaborate with senior leadership to set priorities and establish measurable objectives
You may need to work weekend and holiday hours, as needed
Qualification
Required
7 years of leadership experience in a large, complex, and diverse organization, preferably in a public or community-focused setting
Proven track record of designing and implementing innovative programs and strategic initiatives
Strong understanding of digital technologies, information access, and community engagement strategies
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree
Completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role
Filing a Financial Disclosure Statement
Preferred
Operations experience in a large, urban public library environment
Project Management experience
Significant experience managing in a union environment
Strong understanding of digital technologies, information access, and community engagement strategies
Company
Montgomery County Government
Government for Montgomery County, Maryland
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beryl Feinberg
Deputy Director/Chief Operating Officer in the Department of General Services
Karen Quinlan Hawkins
Chief Operating Officer, Finance Dept
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