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<p class="MsoNormal">The Board of Trustees of the West Branch (MI)
District
Library is inviting applications for the position of Director.<span
style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>This gem of a library is in a
recently
expanded and renovated 10,000 square foot building in the heart of
the downtown
area.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>The West Branch
District Library
serves a population of just under 10,000 with a budget of about
$300,000 and a
staff of three (3) full-time and three (3) part-time employees.<span
style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>As a district library, the
Library is an
autonomous governmental unit that has a dedicated millage.<span
style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>A member of the Valley
Library Consortium,
the Library participates in a shared automation system using
SirsiDynix-Horizon
7.5.4.1.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>The Library
enjoys excellent
community support and prides itself on a strong Friends of the
Library
organization, an active Board of Trustees, and a professional,
friendly staff.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">West Branch is located in beautiful Ogemaw
County in
northeast Michigan, which abounds in lakes, streams, hiking
trails, and
countless recreational activities.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes">
</span>Just
off I-75, West Branch is easily accessible.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">For additional information about the Library,
visit <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a
href="http://www.westbranchlibrary.org">www.westbranchlibrary.org</a></span>.<span
style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>To learn more about the
community, visit <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a
href="http://www.westbranch.com">www.westbranch.com</a></span>
and <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="http://www.wbacc.com">www.wbacc.com</a></span>.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">The
position:<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span></b>Must have<b
style="mso-bidi-font-weight:
normal"> </b>a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or
university; a Master’s
degree in library science or library and information science from
an accredited
ALA program is preferred.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>In
addition, a
minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience
in a
professional library position, of which at least two (2) years
have been in a
position of administration and supervision in a public library, is
also
preferred.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>The successful
candidate will
be a community – oriented individual who values the opportunity to
interact with
the public as a hands-on director; is flexible and energetic; has
strong
communication skills and is comfortable with public speaking; has
a
comprehensive understanding of library finances and budgeting; and
an overall
understanding of current public library operations and services.<span
style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Successful experience in
working with Friends
of the Library, in fund-raising, and grant writing is desirable.<span
style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>A complete position
description is available
at, <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a
href="http://www.westbranchlibrary.org">www.westbranchlibrary.org</a></span>.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Beginning
Salary</b>:
$40,000 - $45,000 dependent on experience and educational
qualification, in
addition, excellent benefit package included.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Applications
Acceptance: </b><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Interested
individuals
should include a cover letter that specifically addresses the
position
requirements, a resume, and three references with contact
information. All
applications will be accepted until the position is filled,
through electronic
submission to <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:shirey.kathy@gmail.com">shirey.kathy@gmail.com</a>.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal"><br>
</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Job
title: LIBRARY
DIRECTOR</b>
</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Job
Duties:</b></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Administers and oversees total library
operation</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Selects and procures materials,
equipment, and
supplies</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Handles correspondence and public
relations</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Prepares bills and receipts for
accountant to
process</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Prepares annual budget for library board
approval</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Prepares annual state aid report and any
other
required report</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Attends monthly Library Board, VLC, and
White
Pine Library Coop meetings</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Attends annual MLA conferences and other
appropriate meetings / conferences as budget allows</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Recommends policies and services</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Oversees building / physical plant</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Hires, fires and supervises staff;
schedules and
processes annual evaluations</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Organizes collection; keeps current and
in good
condition</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Oversees technology and circulation
procedures;
oversees maintenance of patron records</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Helps plan and oversee library programs</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Schedules meeting room use</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Keeps record of memorial donations and
sends
formal notes of appreciation</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Notifies library board meetings and
prepares
Librarian’s Report for monthly meetings</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Oversees and assists in daily operation
of library
when and where needed</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Oversees and encourages volunteers and
Friends
of the Library activities</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Job
Requirements</b></p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>A broad understanding of library services</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Ability to deal effectively with
officials,
co-workers, community leaders, and the public with tact and
courtesy</p>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"
style="text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2"><span
style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol"><span
style="mso-list:Ignore">·<span style="font:7.0pt "Times
New Roman"">
</span></span></span>Bachelor’s degree with several years’
management
experience required, Master’s degree in library science or library
and
information science, from an ALA accredited program, preferred.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Hours: </b><span
style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Full- time 40 hours a week
position</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Salary:
</b>Negotiable
depending on qualifications and education</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight:normal">Benefits:
</b><span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Vacation, sick,
personal and holiday
leave.<span style="mso-spacerun:yes"> </span>Health and life
insurance.
Participation in MERS retirement plan as well as a deferred
compensation plan.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> </p>
<div class="moz-signature">-- <br>
Bryon Sitler<br>
White Pine Library Cooperative<br>
3210 Davenport Ave.<br>
Saginaw, MI 48602<br>
<br>
989-793-7126<br>
<a href="http://www.wplc.org">http://www.wplc.org</a>
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