Hiring: Deputy County Librarian Company: County of Santa Clara Location: Santa Clara County, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 13:44:44 About the job Required Skills: •Manage through your leadership team and serve as a trusted advisor shaping policy, service delivery, and community impact. •Guide operations and service delivery across the district including multiple community libraries, outreach vehicles and specialized service points—each with unique programs, needs, and partnerships—ensuring high‑quality, consistent, and responsive library services. •Work directly with communities, commissions, other county departments and partners to strengthen services and ensure alignment with local needs. •Help ensure programs reflect and uplift the diverse communities we serve and support in their life-long learning. •As part of the Executive Team, you will represent the County Librarian at internal, community, professional, and governmental meetings—shaping decisions that influence systemwide operations and long-term strategy. Qualifications: •At least five years of progressively responsible supervisory and administrative experience in a public library system •Knowledge of library administration, operations, personnel management, fiscal management, collection development, reference services, and staffing strategies •Demonstrated capacity to lead comprehensive programs, supervise diverse teams, communicate effectively, and build strong community and organizational relationships. •Application Process and Key Dates •This recruitment will remain open until filled. The first review of applications is •Early application is strongly encouraged. •Click the apply button to see the full job description. •To learn more about the County’s generous executive leadership benefits, go to: https://bit.ly/ExecBenefitsSCC •Questions regarding this Executive recruitment may be directed to Adrian Cudal •Stay on top of the County of Santa Clara’s leadership career opportunities by subscribing to our Executive Leadership Career Newsletter Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!