Director of Dorr Township and Hopkins District Libraries. Applications accepted until November 30th at 11:59 pm. Please submit your cover letter, resume and 3 non-familial references to hopkinsdorrsearch@gmail.com

The Dorr Township and Hopkins District Libraries are seeking a shared director. Dorr Township Library is a Class III library in a growing semi-urban community with a population around 7800. Hopkins District Library is a Class II library serving multiple rural communities of a population around 4500 people. Both libraries are in close proximity to each other in North Allegan County and are members of the Lakeland Library Cooperative. They have a combined annual budget of approximately $400,000. 

The Director will report to a 6 member elected board at Dorr and a 8 member appointed board at Hopkins. 

Requirements 

• Masters in Library Science or nearly completed and a Level 2 Certification

• Grant writing experience

• Computer skills

• Ability and desire to teach classes

• Great communication skills (written and verbal)

• Experience creating and maintaining a budget and preparing for and working with auditors

• Skilled with: Excel, Word, Publisher, Powerpoint, Social Media, Quickbooks

• Basic website maintenance

• Attend and represent libraries at cooperative, local county library association meetings and State Library and Friends meetings.

Preferred:

• 3+ years library experience

• Knowledge of millage campaigns

• Fundraising experience

Compensation

Salary range of $42,000 to $53,000, working a flexible 45 hours per week between both libraries, depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include paid time off, health benefits, and paid holidays.