LIBRARY DIRECTOR **Position will typically hire at minimum pay and follow a step progression to maximum** SALARY: Minimum: $93,857 per year Maximum: $118,895 per year JOB DESCRIPTION: Under direction by the Dearborn Library Commission, this position is responsible for directing the overall operations of the library department. Responsibilities include managing staff including hiring and firing decisions; developing and managing the department budget; managing department facilities; and planning and directing programs. RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.) * Manages staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; coordinating staff training; and implementing hiring, discipline, and termination procedures. * Develops and manages operating, capital improvement, and other department budgets * Manages the repairs, safety, security, improvements, projects, procurement, and other functions of department facilities. * Performs community outreach, responds to media requests, and serves as a liaison to promote library services. * Plans and directs library programs in accordance with community needs for services. * Reviews and approves technology plans for purchasing software, hardware, and other systems. * Liaison between City and Library Commission and oversees all library committee activities QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Library Science and 10 years of related experience; some supervisory experience required. LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: * Level 1 Certification from the Library of Michigan, Michigan Department of Education * Valid State of Michigan Driver's License PARTS AND WEIGHTS OF THE EXAMINATION: Oral 100% POST-EMPLOYMENT OFFER REQUIREMENTS: * Satisfactory completion of medical examination, driving record check, and criminal background check prior to start date. * All appointees are subject to a one-year probationary period. LAST DATE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS: 8:00 a.m., Monday, September 26, 2022 Apply online at www.cityofdearborn.org