Hello Michlib Readers! MacDonald Public Library in New Baltimore, Michigan is hiring for a Library Director. Please see the attachment and description below. Good luck! Job Posting Library Director MPL – Director Job Posting 2022-09-20 Background The MacDonald Public Library is the municipal library of New Baltimore, Michigan—located in Macomb County on the north shore of Lake St. Clair. MacDonald is a member of the Suburban Library Cooperative. It is a Class IV library serving over 20,000 residences in the City of New Baltimore and Casco township. It has 4 full-time and 11 part-time employees with an annual operating budget of $600,000. The library is evolving from being a city department into an independent, millage supported service. The MacDonald Public Library prides itself on providing: - Community involvement and a welcoming environment - Excellent service - Extensive and varied programs - Diversity and inclusion The Director reports to a Board of Trustees. Minimum Qualifications - Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school - Permanent Professional Certificate from the Library of Michigan, as required by State law for a Class IV library, or the ability to obtain such a certificate within six months of date of hire - Three years of professional public library experience which demonstrates abilities in administration, budgeting, planning, and supervision - Completion of a successful background check Duties and Responsibilities The Director is responsible for: - Understanding our community’s needs - Using this knowledge to refine the Library’s mission and the role of librarians in our community - Creating and implementing a strategic plan that supports our mission - Building a strong team who enjoy supplementing this strategic plan - Being the “face” of the library to our community - Administering the daily operations of all Library functions - Working closely with the Board of Trustees Compensation Minimum salary of $62,000 depending upon qualifications and experience. Full benefit package including paid time-off, health care, dental, vision and MERS retirement. Application Process - Please respond with a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Annette Goike (Annette@macdonaldlibrary.org). Please include in the email subject line: “Application for Director Position – [Your Name]” Application Closing Date: October 17, 2022 Position Target Start Date: December 2022 DJ Bond *Community Engagement Librarian* *MacDonald Public Library* New Baltimore, MI (586) 725-0273