READ Ottawa is seeking an excellent communicator and relationship builder to serve as its next Executive Director. This is a part-time (20 hours per week) remote position, with frequent travel within Ottawa County. The Executive Director supervises 3 part-time employees. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and have experience with fundraising and grant-writing, especially state and federal grants. There is potential for this position to become full-time if additional sustainable funding can be procured. READ Ottawa transforms the lives of Ottawa County, Michigan adults by providing free 1-on-1 literacy tutoring. Learners obtain reading and speaking fluency from thoroughly trained tutors using research-based curriculum. This removes barriers for local adults who have disabilities or are English Language learners who want to improve their literacy skills, by allowing them to better pursue their dreams including career goals, community engagement, and gaining citizenship. READ Ottawa is entirely funded through grants and donations. In 2023, READ Ottawa had an annual budget of $55,000 and 71 learner-tutor pairs, with major opportunity for growth in 2024. This position is salaried and starts at $26,000. Position open until filled. Interviews will be held in early January with selected candidates. Please see the full job description here <https://www.readottawa.org/_files/ugd/216690_63ba7ce82ac84f17b5c230c5f59552e3.pdf> or go to readottawa.org/jobs. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to board@readottawa.org or apply on Indeed at https://tinyurl.com/READjobsearch . Maggie McKeithan Library Director she/her (616) 846-5770 x1161 123 E. Exchange, Spring Lake, Michigan 49456 [image: facebook icon] <https://www.facebook.com/SpringLakeDistrictLibrary/> [image: instagram icon] <https://www.instagram.com/springlakedistrictlibrary/> sllib.org