The job posting for the Director’ s position at the Public Libraries of Saginaw expires on May 18^th .

The Board of Trustees of the Public Libraries of Saginaw (MI), an independent urban district library with excellent community support, is seeking a new director to move the system forward with innovative service models and programs. The Library serves a culturally diverse population of over 120,000 with a main library and three branches and a budget of approximately $4 million.

Proven skills in community outreach, restructuring library services, managing and motivating staff, innovating, and financial acuity are paramount. A shrinking tax base will require the director to be flexible and visionary in providing needed services for the future.

Qualifications: ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science and a preferred 8 years experience in a public library in an administrative or supervisory capacity.

Salary: Starting salary negotiable DOQ within range of $75,000 – $80,000 with an excellent benefit package. Click here for the complete position description.

Additional Qualifications:

Knowledge of current technological resources and advancements in library information science
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, social skills, and adaptability
Effective interpersonal skills including creative and diplomatic management abilities

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and three (3) professional references postmarked no later than Monday, May 18, 2015 to:

Neville Britto
President, Library Board of Trustees
Attn: Administrative Office
Public Libraries of Saginaw
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607

The Public Libraries of Saginaw is an equal opportunity employer.

Neica Dey

Human Resources & Finance Manager

Public Libraries of Saginaw

989-755-9833

From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Trish Burns
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Subject: [Michlib-l] Job Posting for Director

The Public Libraries of Saginaw is looking for a new director – please see our website for complete info.

http://www.saginawlibrary.org/your-library/library-employment/

Trish Burns

Director, Public Libraries of Saginaw

505 Janes Avenue

Saginaw, MI 48607

989-755-9833

tburns@saginawlibrary.org

ALA Councilor for Michigan