*DIRECTOR* *BUCHANAN (MI) DISTRICT LIBRARY* The Board of Trustees of the Buchanan (MI) District Library is inviting applications for the position of Director.Buchanan is located in southwest Lower Michigan, where the city proudly proclaims “Life is Better Here”.Located close to the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan, within easy driving distance of Chicago and its big city amenities, just 20 minutes north of the Notre Dame campus in South Bend (IN), Buchanan has all the charms of small town life in a perfect location! The Library serves a population of nearly 11,000, with a budget of $431,000. The 11- member library staff takes pride in providing excellent customer service in a busy and friendly environment. The Library enjoys strong community support and is in the midst of a renovation and fundraising project. For additional information about the Library, visit www.buchananlibrary.org <http://www.buchananlibrary.org>; to learn more about Buchanan visit www.cityofbuchanan.com <http://www.cityofbuchanan.com>and www.buchanan.mi.us <http://www.buchanan.mi.us>. *The successful candidate *will**be a community-oriented individual who values the opportunity to interact with the public as a hands-on director; has proven leadership skills; has a comprehensive understanding of library finances and budgeting and excellent overall financial management ability; is flexible and energetic; has strong communication skills and is comfortable with representing the library in the community; is knowledgeable regarding current technology and its use in public libraries;and has an overall understanding of current public library operations and services.Experience in millage or levy elections is desirable; successful fundraising experience and experience in building renovation would be a plus. For a full position description contact Marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com <mailto:Marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com> *Position requirements:*The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;* a Master’s degree in library science or library and information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association is highly preferred. **_In addition_*, the position*requires* a minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a library position, of which at least two (2) years have been in a position with management and supervisory responsibilities in a public library. *Salary*: From the low $40s with the MILS degree dependent on experience; from the low $30s with a bachelor’s degree; benefit package includes health insurance, life insurance, MERS participation, and paid leave time. *Applications*will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by *5 o’clock pm Monday, April 6, 2015 *will receive first consideration. *Electronic submissions required*.*Interested individuals should forward a cover letter, _which specifically addresses the position_ _requirements_, a resume, and the names of three professional references, including complete contact information.* Electronic submissions and requests for additional information should be directed to: Marianne Hartzell at marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com <mailto:marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com>or via telephone at (517) 719-3487. -- Marianne Hartzell, Consultant marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com Hartzell-Mika Consulting, LLC East Lansing, Michigan Phone: 517-719-3487 www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com Join us on Facebook!