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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b>Library Director-Homewood Public Library (IL)-Applications close Sunday, April 7<o:p></o:p></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b>Define excellence </b>as the next Homewood (IL) Public Library Director – join a committed seven-member Board of Trustees and a dedicated staff (35FTE) as they move the Library forward with excellent library
programs and services for the 19,175 Homewood residents. The <span class="MsoHyperlink">
<a href="https://www.homewoodlibrary.org/">Homewood Public Library</a></span> (HPL) is excited about future opportunities as it addresses the technology, education and economic changes facing them today. HPL is a place where the community connects – a cultural
gathering space and a central source of conversation and information for all ages from early childhood literacy to strong senior activities and resources. Among the
<b>key opportunities </b>for the new Director are: (1) enhancing and supporting staff development and establishing a collaborative team work environment; (2) re-visiting existing space to accommodate service enhancements; (3) implementing additional funding
streams, including development and fundraising; (4) refining and implementing the
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="https://www.homewoodlibrary.org/sites/default/files/user-uploaded-files/PDFs/STRATEGIC%20PLAN%20BROCHURE.pdf">2017-2020 Strategic Plan</a></span>; and (5) defining the Library as a strategic community partner with local agencies
and organizations. The Library currently operates from a single, downtown facility with a $2.4 million annual budget and support from a vital Friends of the Library organization.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="https://www.village.homewood.il.us/">Homewood, IL</a></span> offers an outstanding quality of life as a vibrant, diverse, creative, affordable community hosting an award-winning
school system, an outstanding park district, and an easy commute to Chicago and the University of Chicago. It is home where people work, play, learn, and put down roots. Located just 25 miles south of Chicago’s loop, Homewood is perfectly positioned and easy
to get to and from the city on the <strong><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-weight:normal"><a href="https://metrarail.com/"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">Metra Electric</span></a> Train</span></strong> (an eco-friendly
option). It is easy to access I-80 and I-294. Its pedestrian and bike-friendly charming downtown welcomes all to a mix of residences, restaurants, boutiques and cultural experiences. For more information on the Homewood Public Library and the Village of Homewood,
visit <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="http://www.bradburymiller.com/homewoodlinks.htm">Homewood Links</a></span>.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b>Responsibilities. </b>In conjunction with the governing Library Board of Trustees, staff and appropriate community representatives the Library Director plans, organizes, develops and directs all aspects of
library service to residents of the district. Responsibilities include developing and monitoring the annual budget; preparing and filing all required legal and financial reports mandated by the county and the state; all aspects of personnel management; policy
development and implementation; oversight of facilities and collections; representing the library as an active, engaged community partner; supporting fundraising and grant development; and working with the Friends of HPL. Please see the complete
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="http://www.bradburymiller.com/homewoodjobdesc.pdf" target="new">Library Director position description</a></span> for details.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="Default" style="text-align:justify;line-height:105%"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;line-height:105%">Qualifications.
</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;line-height:105%">Minimum qualifications are a master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program and five years of progressively responsible library experience including three years in a supervisory role.
The successful candidate will also demonstrate ethical leadership and create an atmosphere of collaboration and open communication with a strong commitment to customer service, inclusion, diversity and community engagement. Other desired qualifications include
a knowledge of public library trends and best practices, participation in professional organizations, and a knowledge of Illinois library law. Successful experience reporting to a governing board and working in a union environment are preferred qualifications.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p style="text-align:justify;line-height:14.0pt"><b>Compensation. </b>The starting salary range is $81,281 – 101,601 (dependent on qualifications) with a competitive benefits package.
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<p style="text-align:justify;line-height:14.0pt"><b>For further information,</b> please visit
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="http://www.bradburymiller.com/contactus.html">Bradbury Miller Associates</a></span>. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF attachments to <span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="mailto:jobethbradbury@bradburymiller.com">Jobeth
Bradbury</a></span><span style="color:#0070C0">. </span><b>This position will close April 7, 2019.
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<p class="MsoNormal">Jobeth Bradbury<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.gossagesager.com/"><span style="color:blue">Bradbury Miller Associates</span></a><u><span style="color:blue"><o:p></o:p></span></u></p>
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