ALLEGAN
DISTRICT LIBRARY
ALLEGAN,
MI
Due to the retirement
of the current Director, the Board of Trustees of the Allegan
(MI) District
Library seeks a passionate advocate of public library service to
become the Library’s
next Director. The Allegan District
Library is an
independent governing unit, serving a population of over 17,000
with an
operating budget of $620,000 and a staff of 13 (3 with MLIS
degree). The original
Carnegie building has been
extensively remodeled and expanded and will proudly celebrate
its 100th
anniversary in 2014.
Allegan, located in
southwest Michigan, is a charming community with an unbeatable
combination of
historic small-town atmosphere and community-minded approach to
life. The
riverfront boardwalk, historic downtown and homes, and friendly
citizens give
Allegan its small town ambiance.
Comfortable driving distance to Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids
and Chicago
allows easy access to the amenities of larger cities.
Additional information
about the Library may be found at www.alleganlibrary.org.
To learn more about the community, visit www.cityofallegan.org
and www.onlyoneallegan.com.
The
position requires
a Masters degree in
library science or library and information science from a
program accredited by
the American Library Association and a minimum
of four (4) years
post-degree experience in a professional public library
position, of which at
least two (2) years have been in a position of administration
and supervision
in a public library.
The
successful candidate will have a thorough
knowledge of all facets of public library service; an enthusiasm
for and
understanding of small-town librarianship; the ability to manage
and prioritize
multiple projects; excellent communications skills; strong
financial management
abilities; the ability to work effectively with other
governmental agencies,
civic and community groups, and the general public; and the ability to address
challenges in a collaborative
and creative manner. Experience
in a
district library setting is desirable and knowledge of Michigan
library law
would be a plus.
A full
position description is
available at: www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com/positions_available.html
Compensation:
From
$55,000 dependent
on experience and
educational qualifications. Excellent benefit package.
Applications received by 5 pm EST
on Friday, January 31, 2014 will receive first consideration. Electronic submissions required. Interested individuals
should forward a
cover letter that specifically addresses the position
requirements, a
resume, and three professional references with complete
contact information.
Electronic submissions and requests for additional
information
should be directed to: Marianne Hartzell at marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com or via telephone at
(517) 719-3487.
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