Notice of Employment Opportunity - Library Director

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 [mailto: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. Reilly Brower, MLIS, Interim Director Dorr Township Library 1804 Sunset Dr Dorr, MI 49323 616-681-9678 http://dorrlibrary.michlibrary.org
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