<html><head></head><body><div style="color:#000; background-color:#fff; font-family:HelveticaNeue, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, Lucida Grande, sans-serif;font-size:16px">I didn't hear anything either.<br><div id="yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1461853345635_37774"><span></span></div><div id="yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1461853345635_37772"> </div><div id="yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1461853345635_37769" class="signature"><font id="yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1461853345635_37768" face="comic sans ms" size="2" color="#385376">Lois Hartman <br>Watervliet District Library</font></div> <div class="qtdSeparateBR"><br><br></div><div style="display: block;" class="yahoo_quoted"> <div style="font-family: HelveticaNeue, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, Lucida Grande, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> <div style="font-family: HelveticaNeue, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, Lucida Grande, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> <div dir="ltr"><font face="Arial" size="2"> On Thursday, April 28, 2016 12:05 PM, marianne <marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com> wrote:<br></font></div> <br><br> <div class="y_msg_container"><div id="yiv3363614621">
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</div><div><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">Director
Allegan District Library</span></strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">, <strong><span style="">Allegan,
MI</span></strong><br>
<br>
An exciting opportunity to take a well-respected library to
the next step in
providing outstanding service! The Board of Trustees of the
Allegan (MI)
District Library seeks a visionary leader who will continue
the tradition of a
positive, collegial culture 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 nearly $600,000 and
a staff of 14 (3
with MLIS degree). The original Carnegie building is poised
for a major
addition and renovation in late 2016 (for more details visit:
<a rel="nofollow" class="yiv3363614621moz-txt-link-freetext" target="_blank" href="http://alleganlibrary.org/about-us/building-project/">http://alleganlibrary.org/about-us/building-project/</a>).<br>
<br>
Allegan, located in southwest Michigan, is a charming
community with an
unbeatable combination of a historic atmosphere and a
civic-minded approach to
life. The riverfront boardwalk, charming<span style="">
</span><span style=""> </span>downtown, and
friendly citizens give
Allegan its small town ambiance. Comfortable driving
distances to
Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids and Chicago allow easy access to the
amenities of
larger cities.<br>
<br>
Additional information about the Library may be found at </span><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.alleganlibrary.org/"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"></span></a><a rel="nofollow" class="yiv3363614621moz-txt-link-abbreviated" target="_blank" href="http://www.alleganlibrary.org/">www.alleganlibrary.org</a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">. </span></div>
<div><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">To
learn more about the
community, visit </span><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.cityofallegan.org/"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"></span></a><a rel="nofollow" class="yiv3363614621moz-txt-link-abbreviated" target="_blank" href="http://www.cityofallegan.org/">www.cityofallegan.org</a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"> and </span><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.positivelyallegan.com/"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"></span></a><a rel="nofollow" class="yiv3363614621moz-txt-link-abbreviated" target="_blank" href="http://www.positivelyallegan.com/">www.positivelyallegan.com</a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">.<br>
<b><br>
<strong><span style="">The
position</span></strong></b> <strong><span style="">requires</span></strong>
a Masters degree in
library science or library and information science from a
program accredited by
the American Library Association <strong><span style="">and </span></strong>a<strong><span style=""> </span></strong>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. <br>
<b><br>
<strong><span style="">The
successful candidate will </span></strong></b>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 with a
library building or renovation project is highly desirable</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:#8DB3E2;">.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;">
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:windowtext;"><span style=""> </span>Familiarity with a district
library governance
and knowledge of Michigan library law would be a plus.</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;color:red;"> <br>
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><br>
A full position description is available here:</span><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="http://www.libraryjobs.net/Jobs/Allegan%20job%20description%20FINAL.pdf"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"> Allegan
Library Director</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"><br>
<b><br>
<strong><span style="">Compensation:
</span></strong></b>From
$60,000, dependent on experience and educational
qualifications. <span style=""> </span>Excellent
benefit package. <br>
<b><br>
<strong><span style="">Applications</span></strong></b>
<strong><span style="">received
by 5 pm EDT June 6, 2016 will
receive first consideration</span></strong>. <strong><span style="">Electronic submissions required</span></strong>.
<strong><span style="">Interested
individuals should forward a cover
letter <u>that specifically addresses the position
requirements</u>, a resume,
and three professional references with complete contact
information.</span></strong><br>
<br>
Electronic submissions and requests for additional information
should be
directed to Marianne Hartzell at </span><a rel="nofollow" ymailto="mailto:marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"></span></a><a rel="nofollow" class="yiv3363614621moz-txt-link-abbreviated" ymailto="mailto:marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com" target="_blank" href="mailto:marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com">marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com</a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;"> or via
telephone at (517)
719-3487.</span></div>
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Marianne Hartzell, Consultant
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Hartzell-Mika Consulting, LLC
P.O. Box 4396
East Lansing, Michigan 48823
517.719.3487
Online at:
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