Library Director The Cheboygan Area Public Library is seeking an inspiring leader to guide the organization into its next exciting chapter. You could lead a library in any number of locations; so why not lead one where you are truly surrounded by four seasons of nature, the warmth of a small-town community, and more recreational fresh water than the eyes can see, all on the sunrise side of the state? [image: image.png][image: image.png][image: image.png][image: image.png] Northern Michigan and Cheboygan are calling, and this is your opportunity to live and work in a place where most can only dream of vacationing. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in community collaboration, strategic planning, millage campaigns, and be a champion of staff to empower them and help them grow as library professionals. The library is a District Library encompassing the City of Cheboygan and six (6) adjoining Townships. The library has an operational budget of $870,000.00 that provides services to 14,000 Northern Cheboygan County residents. This Class IV library was expanded and remodeled in 2006. The library offers robust community programming in a wide variety of formats. The lower level of the library is dedicated to community programming, and includes five (5) public meeting rooms, one of which is an art studio. Qualifications: Candidates must be able to meet and maintain the requirements set by the Library of Michigan for a Class IV library. MLS from an ALA-accredited institution, 4-5 years of management experience in a public library setting preferred, Michigan Librarian I certification, up to date with current issues and trends in libraries, and familiarity with small-town libraries. The candidate must possess excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated attention to detail, along with experience developing and managing an operating budget. Salary and benefits: $60,000 - $70,000 starting salary, based on experience. A generous benefit package including health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement package with 12% of the director’s base salary being matched and contributed to retirement. Cheboygan Area Public Library (cheboyganlibrary.org) <http://cheboyganlibrary.org/> Home - Cheboygan Area Chamber of Commerce, MI <https://www.cheboygan.com/> To apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter, with three (3) professional references to Library HR Consultant, Brian Mortimore, at: MortimoreConsulting@gmail.com . All candidates will be contacted with initial screenings beginning immediately and through May 16th, with the position remaining open until filled.
