Greetings! Saline District Library has an opening for Assistant Director. TITLE: Assistant Director WAGE: Grade 18 $64,200 - $81,900 STATUS: Full-time; work schedule includes evenings and weekends REPORTS TO: Saline District Library Director POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Assistant Director will assist the Library Director in the administration of all public service functions by participating in system planning and managing the day-to-day operations of library services. The Assistant Director acts as head of the library in the absence of the Library Director. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY & ESSENTIAL DUTIES: General Administration & Management: Manage day-to-day operations; Assist with long-range planning, implementation of goals and evaluation of programs and services; Assist with annual budget preparation; Attend Library Board meetings and selected committee meetings; Hire, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate staff in partnership with department heads Public Relations: Oversee public relations, including branding, newsletter, website, press releases, presentations, etc. Facilities Management: Supervise maintenance of library building and grounds and recommend future space needs Outreach: Develop an outreach strategy that increases awareness of library services and collections to underserved populations Professional Development: Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance managerial and administrative skills and to keep abreast of new trends and developments in the library field; Encourage staff professional growth by supporting participation in workshops, seminars and other activities REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited graduate school; Eligible for Level 1 Librarian’s Professional Certificate from Library of Michigan; Three years of professional library experience with proven capabilities in management; Proficient with computer applications in a library setting; Ability to motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, staff, board of trustees, other community agencies and the general public; Demonstrated ability to: effectively communicate orally and in writing; organize and supervise the work of others; develop, plan and implement adult programming; stimulate interest in the use of library facilities; project a positive image of the library; set priorities in a changing environment and make timely decisions TO APPLY: Submit completed Saline District Library employment application (available at www.salinelibrary.org ), letter of application and resume to: Maryellen@salinelibrary.org or by mail to: Mary Ellen Mulcrone, Director, Saline District Library Applications received by Friday, October 14, 2016 will receive first consideration. Mary Ellen Mulcrone Director Saline District Library 555 N. Maple Rd. Saline, MI 48176 734-401-1283 www.salinelibrary.org