Deputy Director of Library & Community Services

City of Salinas, CA is looking for Deputy Director of Library & Community Services in Encino, CA.
This local job opportunity with ID 3667457009 is live since 2026-05-08 00:07:44.
Deputy Director of Library & Community Services

The Library & Community Services Department invites qualified professionals to apply for Deputy Director of Library & Community Services. The department currently has two openings. One in the Library Services Division and one in the Parks and Recreation Division. These roles are integral to providing professional support to the Library & Community Services Director, while advancing the department's mission within their respective division. Candidates who are committed to the City of Salinas values of accountability, collaboration, trust, innovation, and service excellence are encouraged to apply.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule:

Recruitment closes: 5/18/2026

Oral Board Interviews: Week of 5/25/2026

Department Interviews: Week of 6/1/2026

Recruitment Contact: Maria Avila, Senior Human Resources Analyst, maria.avila@sainas.gov, (831)758-7231

Summary of Duties:

Under general direction, assists, plans, manages, oversees, and directs the day-to-day operations, programs, and services of assigned divisions or programs in the Library and Community Services Department, including parks, neighborhood services, recreation programming, special events, facility rentals, youth and family programs, social services, contract classes, library services, and customer service; oversees and manages contracts and ensures compliance with all funding initiatives, coordinates activities with City officials, departments, outside agencies, contractors, organizations, and the public.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This is a management level classification responsible for providing professional support to the Library and Community Services Director in several administrative and operations functional areas. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background as well as skill in coordinating departmental work with that of other city departments, public agencies, community groups, and other organizations. Incumbents are responsible for performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities which include developing and implementing policies, procedures, and recommendations for assigned programs, budget administration and reporting. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.

Supervision Received and Exercised: Receives general direction from the Library and Community Services Director. Exercises supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical, skilled, administrative, and clerical support and volunteers through subordinate levels of supervision.

Essential Job Functions

Assumes management responsibility for major library, recreation, parks, and neighborhood programs, facilities, community events, and activities

Oversees and directs the daily operations of divisions, library and recreation services, youth sports, special events, senior programs, social services, arts and cultural programs, coordinates with other City departments and outside agencies on special projects

Manages and coordinates Citywide special events, including receptions, ground breakings, dedications, etc., with other City departments and external agencies; directs staff assigned to events and projects.

Develops, implements and coordinates divisional goals and objectives, policies and procedures; evaluates the operations and activities of the Department; assists with the formulation of goals, objectives, and priorities

Participates in the implementation and coordination of the library, parks, and neighborhood services programs and operations

Assists in the preparation, planning, and development of the annual operating budget and Capital Improvement projects for the entire Department and prepares and monitors division budgets

Researches, prepares, and submits grant proposals, required applications for funding opportunities to meet public needs and improve program services

Conducts a variety of operational surveys and organizational and operation studies; recommends modification to Library and Community Services programs, policies, procedures, and technology as appropriate

Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures

Responds to public inquiries and requests related to library, parks, recreation, and neighborhood services

Responsible for the preparation and agenda management for the division and program area Commission and Committee meetings

Regularly attends City Council and Commission/Committee meetings and serves as a liaison as directed by the Library and Community Services Director

Coordinates public art projects including preparation of Request for Proposals (RFP), receiving, reviewing, evaluating and awarding bids

Prepares RFPs for professional services relating to master plans, grants, and other consultant work

Oversees facility and building maintenance; oversees development, planning, design, and implementation of Library, park or recreation facility renovation projects as assigned.

Promotes and publicizes community services programs, events and activities; prepares, proofs and approves press releases, brochures, digital content, and other marketing and promotional materials

Prepares written reports regarding operations, personnel, budget, statistics, grant reporting and a variety of other subjects

Coordinates with other management staff to meet the overall goals and objectives of the City

Ensures staff observe and comply with all City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols

Transports self to worksites or facilities as needed for meetings, special events, or to address emergent matters

Serves as acting Director in his/her absence

Performs other duties as assigned

When Assigned to Library Services

Represents the Library Division to and coordinates assigned activities with other departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; participates in community meetings and conferences as the representative of the Salinas Libraries; serves as staff liaison to the Friends of the Salinas Public Libraries; explains Library programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues

Provides excellent customer service; develops strategies and training needed to ensure customer complaints and requests are handled timely, efficiently, and professionally.

Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action

Participates on a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of Library Science.

Responds to emergency calls from staff during after-hours operations, activities, and/or special events

When Assigned to Parks, Recreation and Community Services

Represents Parks, Recreation and Community Services Division to and coordinates assigned activities with other departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; participates in community meetings and conferences as the representative of the Salinas Parks, Recreation and Community Services; Serves as a liaison for assigned Division with other City departments, division, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions, committees and task forces as necessary

Manages work related to developing, monitoring, and coordinating the maintenance, repair, and development of City recreation buildings and facilities based on community needs; develops and facilities long-range plans utilizing studies of local conditions and future community projections

Coordinates reviews, and participates in a variety of project activities; researches, compiles, reviews, and analyzes data for special projects, as well as ensures projects progress on schedule and within prescribed budget and required City guidelines; manages the preparation of forecasts for recreation fees and charges, revenue sources, and expenditures; contributes to sound financial planning

Responds to emergency calls from staff during after-hours operations, activities, and/or special events

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff

Public agency budgetary, contract, administration, administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area

Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs; principles and practices of municipal government administration

Modern principles, practices and philosophies for overseeing parks, recreation, and library services programs and staff

Budget preparation and administration; principles and practices of office management

Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations

Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures

Modern office practices, methods, computer equipment and applications related to assigned programs

Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations

Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and City staff

Ability to:

Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient parks, recreation and library services

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