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<p>Director - Mount Clemens (MI) Public Library
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<p>If serving as the leader of a library with a diverse and eclectic
population is your professional goal, the position of Director of
the Mount Clemens Public Library is the ideal opportunity! Due to
the retirement of the current director, the Board of Trustees is
seeking an experienced administrator with a proven record of
fiscal management, community involvement, and collaborative
management. The successful candidate will be an energetic,
out-going, and committed professional well-versed in best
practices in public library services who will take an active role
in the Mount Clemens community. <br>
The Mount Clemens Public Library, one of the oldest public
libraries in Michigan, serves a population of nearly 23,000 from a
single facility with a budget of nearly $1.5 million. The staff of
17 (7 MLIS) take pride in the strong community support the library
enjoys. The Mount Clemens Public Library is an independent
governing unit, with Board members appointed by the City of Mount
Clemens and the Mount Clemens School District. The Mount Clemens
Public Library is supported by a dedicated tax millage/levy. <br>
The city of Mount Clemens is located approximately 20 miles
northeast of Detroit in southeastern Michigan. Mount Clemens is
the county seat of Macomb County, one of the fastest growing
counties in the state of Michigan. The city is ideally situated
for both work and pleasure, with easy access to major freeways
connecting the metro area, and close proximity to the Lake
St.Clair lake shore and metro parks. <br>
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To learn more about the Mount Clemens Public Library and the Mount
Clemens community visit: <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.mtclib.org">http://www.mtclib.org</a> and
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.mtcps.org">http://www.mtcps.org</a>, <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://cityofmountclemens.com">http://cityofmountclemens.com</a> Position
requirements: a graduate degree in Library and/or Information
Science from a program accredited by the American Library
Association; a minimum of five (5) years of post-degree employment
in a library, of which at least three (3) years have been in an
administrative or supervisory position. <br>
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Additional requirements include proven fiscal and personnel
management abilities; strong verbal and written communication
skills; a thorough understanding and ability to utilize library
technology and technology applications; a comprehensive
understanding of best practices in public library management; and
strong management and interpersonal skills. The ability to
interact effectively with multiple constituencies and serve as an
active representative of the library within the community is
essential. Experience in a multicultural, urban library setting
is highly desirable. <br>
For a complete position description visit:
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="http://www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com">www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com</a> <br>
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<b>Compensation: mid $80s</b>, dependent on qualifications and
experience; excellent benefit package which includes health
insurance; defined contribution retirement plan; life insurance. <br>
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Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position
is filled, but those received by 5 o’clock pm (EST) on March 1,
2018 will receive first consideration. Electronic submissions
required. To apply, submit a cover letter, which specifically
addresses the position requirements, your resume, and the names
and contact information (including email address) of three (3)
professional references to <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:Marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com">Marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com</a>.
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Equal Opportunity Employer </p>
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Marianne Hartzell, Consultant
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com">marianne@hartzell-mikaconsulting.com</a>
Hartzell-Mika Consulting, LLC
P.O. Box 4396
East Lansing, Michigan 48823
517.719.3487
Online at:
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="http://www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com">www.hartzell-mikaconsulting.com</a>
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