February 25, 2014

Milwaukee County Federated Library System Director

The Milwaukee (WI) County Federated Library System (MCFLS) is seeking an experienced and talented library professional to serve as its next Director.

ABOUT THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY FEDERATED LIBRARY SYSTEM

The mission of the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS) is to assume a leadership role in facilitating cooperation among its member libraries, improving access to and encouraging sharing of resources, promoting the most effective use of local, county, state and federal funds and assisting its 15 member libraries in the utilization of current and evolving technologies to provide the highest level of library service to all residents of Milwaukee County.

MCFLS currently has a $4+ million annual budget, including a $2.7 million operating budget.

MCFLS operates and administers the CountyCat shared automation system (Innovative Interfaces-based)  CountyCat makes the resources of member libraries readily available to all County residents.   Various other projects and initiatives are provided in collaboration with the libraries.

THE POSITION

 The Director is responsible for coordinating all management, planning, and evaluation activities for the system and directs a staff of 5 employees. The Director reports to a seven member Board of Trustees appointed by Milwaukee County.

Qualifications include:

· Master’s Degree in Library Science, or equivalent, from an accredited graduate library school and

eligibility for Grade 1 Wisconsin Public Librarian Certification.

• Five or more years of progressively responsible administrative and financial management responsibilities in a public library or public library system which includes the development, coordination, and evaluation of library programs and services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to analyze and interpret data objectively, and the ability to work collaboratively with a variety of people.
• Experience working with a variety of governmental units is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing the provision of technology-based services is highly desirable.

A complete job description, including knowledge and skills required for the position, can be found on our website at http://www.mcfls.org/director/

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Minimum salary is $80,000 ; salary is negotiable based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. A competitive and comprehensive benefit package is provided that includes

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• Two days of personal leave
• Health and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Wisconsin Retirement System (State defined benefit plan)
• State of Wisconsin Deferred Compensation program

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Screening for this position will be based on an evaluation of each applicant’s education, experience, and professional accomplishments. Send a cover letter (including e-mail address), and resume via email only to: directorsearch@mcfls.org. Be sure to include information about the following :

• Your experience with a multi-jurisdictional library automation system.

• Your communication techniques employed in working with boards, library directors,

vendors, and appointed and elected officials at the city/county/state level

• Your experience in budgeting and developing budgetary formulas.

The deadline for submission of materials is Friday, March 21, 2014.

Please include the names and contact information for three professional references with your resume.

The Milwaukee County Federated Library System reserves the right to determine which candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process.

The position will remain open until a qualified candidate is found.

MCFLS is an equal opportunity employer.  MCFLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.