Chief of Staff - Metropolitan Library System (OK)

Job Description:

Chief of Staff – Metropolitan
Library System (OK)

The Metropolitan Library
System (OK) is looking for a communicative and experienced
executive to serve as Chief of Staff. This individual will provide
strategic and operational leadership across the library system that serves the
entirety of Oklahoma County, including over 800,000 people across suburban,
urban, and rural areas. The mission of the Metropolitan Library System is
to connect diverse communities with resources and experiences that educate and
enrich lives. With 20 physical locations, the library benefits from a
supportive community, a thriving Friends of the Library organization, and a
Library Endowment Trust. The library is governed by the Metropolitan Library
Commission of Oklahoma County, which consists of 27 members
representing each municipality that has a library or library extension
within its boundaries.

The commission has delegated
direction and administrative oversight of the library to the Chief Executive
Officer. The Chief of Staff will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer
and will work diligently to improve and strengthen current services and
operationalize strategic goals. This role will ensure internal alignment,
supervise designated chiefs, and promote a culture of accountability,
collaboration, and data-informed decision-making. Keen organizational
awareness, a nuanced approach to leadership, an ability to assess
situations effectively, advocate for action, and prioritize messaging, are key
traits for this role. The ideal candidate will have executive-level
experience leading large teams across multiple layers of management, with a
demonstrated ability to drive organizational effectiveness and accountability.
This strategic, big-picture thinker will possess change management skills and
the capability to contribute innovative ideas and guide a dynamic, evolving
public service organization.

Oklahoma City is a vibrant and
growing metropolis that enjoys more than 235 days of sunshine each year. It
offers a rich variety of culture, cuisine, attractions, and amenities,
providing a lively atmosphere without the stress often associated with larger
cities. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy recreation and exercise at locations such
as Lake Hefner, Lake Overholser, Myriad Botanical Gardens, and
nearly 100 miles of multi-use trails throughout the city. Oklahoma City is also
home to numerous cultural attractions, including the Oklahoma Museum of Art,
the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum,
the National
Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, and performance venues
like the Civic
Center Music Hall and the Armstrong
Auditorium. As the twentieth largest city in the
United States, Oklahoma City truly has something for everyone.

Responsibilities: This
individual will participate as a member of the Executive Team, making
high-impact decisions; demonstrate sound professional judgment; represent the
CEO publicly and engage with community organizations, partners, and
stakeholders as a key spokesperson. They will assess long-term community needs,
actively engage the community in shaping the library’s vision; collaboratively
develop policies, priorities, and objectives aligned with strategic direction
and ensure sustained relevance; establishes key performance metrics for library
programs and services, analyzes relevant data; anticipates and resolves guest
service and operational challenges; serves as acting CEO with full authority to
make commitments in their absence. The Chief of Staff demonstrates organizational
awareness and political sensitivities; provides prompt and respectful service
to internal and external guests, anticipates needs and resolves concerns;
represents the library at external events and engages with high-level
stakeholders. For a complete listing of responsibilities, see the linked job
description linked here (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/).

Qualifications: The
minimum qualifications for this role are a master’s degree in library and
information science/studies from an ALA-accredited program; and seven years of
progressively responsible leadership experience in executive-level leadership
or senior management, including supervision of multiple departments or teams.
Experience working directly with or supporting a CEO or comparable executive
leader or team, providing high-level operational and strategic support across
multiple functions is preferred.

Compensation: The
hiring salary range is $106,912 – $181,563 (with placement
negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe
benefits package.

For further information,
contact Bradbury
Miller Associates (https://bradburymiller.com/). Interested
candidate should submit their resume through the application portal (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by
selection the position and then the “Apply” button. This position closes
on Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Visit our website
(https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) to access the latest version of
this announcement in full, along with all related links. 

Application link or email address: https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/

Salary range or hourly wage: $106912-$181563

MLS required: Yes, an MLS is required.

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