Pang Yang has been named director of the Ramsey County Library after serving as deputy director since 2021.

Pang Yang was named director of the Ramsey County Library on May 23, 2024, after serving as deputy director since 2021. (Courtesy of Ramsey County)

The director of the library provides the vision, long-range strategic planning, leadership, and direction for library locations in Maplewood, Mounds View, New Brighton, North St. Paul, Roseville, Shoreview, and White Bear Lake. The director also oversees more than 100 employees.

The Ramsey County Library locations circulate more than 2.4 million items annually — books, audiobooks, electronic books, movies, music, games, and other items.

Yang brings more than 20 years of library experience to the post, including working at the St. Paul Library for 17 years where she most recently served as a library manager. When she joined the county during the COVID-19 pandemic, she worked with staff to ensure the community had access to resources and programs while making sure staff had a safe and healthy working environment, according to Ramsey County officials.

“We are thrilled that Pang Yang has accepted the position of library director,” said Deputy County Manager Kari Collins, in a statement. “Her talent, dedication to our mission, and innovative leadership make her an invaluable asset to our team. With her vision and strategic approach, we know our connections with partners and community will only grow and strengthen the library making it an even more inclusive and welcoming place for all.”

In her free time Yang volunteers as a board member with the MORE School, serves on the Capital Improvement Budget Committee for the city of St. Paul, and is a volunteer tax preparer for Prepare and Prosper.

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