[Michlib-l] Library Director Job Posting

Erin Schmändt e.schmandt at vlc.lib.mi.us
Mon Dec 30 11:31:48 EST 2013


The River Rapids District Library is seeking a full time Library
Director. This position entails initiative, independent judgment, 
and  the ability to work with others to accomplish the goals and
objectives of the Library Board of Trustees. The ideal candidate will
be enthusiastic and dynamic. S/he will have the ability to respond to
and nurture relationships not only among staff, board members and
patrons, but also amongst Chesaning Area Friends of the Library,
civic organizations, area businesses and library groups.  S/he will
be a passionate advocate for the library’s valued programs and
services, as well as the future of the library and its continuing
role within the community. 

The library is located in Chesaning, Michigan, serving 4,659 people
in Chesaning Township as well as paying card holders in the area. The
library has a staff of one full time director and four part-time
employees.  The library has a collection of approximately 28,000
items in-house plus a variety of electronic resources. The library is
open 32 hours per week and has an annual operating budget of
$150,000. 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with library experience; Master’s degree in Library
Science desired.

Ability to work effectively with staff, Board, volunteer
organizations and community/civic organizations including local
schools.

Understanding of technology as related to library operations.

Supervisory experience.

Experience with budgeting, staff management, grant writing, facility
management and information technologies.

Strong computer and internet skills required.

Facilitator of information to library staff and the public.

Salary range: $25,000-$34,000 commensurate with background and
experience.

Applications close Jan. 21, 2014.

Interested candidates must submit a letter of application, resume,
and three professional references to rrdlboard at gmail.com 

Full job description may be found at www.riverrapidslibrary.org

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Erin Schmändt, MLIS
Library Director
River Rapids District Library
227 E. Broad Street
Chesaning, MI 48616
(989) 845-3211
e.schmandt at vlc.lib.mi.us





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