[Michlib-l] Library Director position-Ohio Township Public Library System (IN)

[Jobeth Bradbury]

Library Director-Ohio Township Public Library System (IN)

 

Welcome to our town-as the next director of the  <http://www.ohio.lib.in.us>
Ohio Township Public Library System. The Library Board of Trustees seeks a
new leader to help continue and enhance the Library's successful role as a
creative, cultural, and collaborative connection in the community.  The
Library director will work strategically with local organizations and
agencies and be responsive to the needs and concerns of staff, patrons and
the community.  Ohio Township Public Library System is an independent
district with a tax rate exclusively dedicated to public library service.
Governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, the Library staff of 50 serves
the 37,749 citizens in Ohio Township with a $2 million dollar annual budget.
The Library consists of the new Central Library, and two branch facilities:
Chandler, located in the town of Chandler; and Newburgh, located in a 1984
building fronting the Ohio River. The challenge for the next director will
be to forge strong community relationships and partnerships while leading a
motivated staff to further serve the community effectively.

 

 <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ohio_Township,_Warrick_County,_Indiana> Ohio
Township, consisting primarily of the cities of Newburgh and Chandler, is
located in southwest Indiana in Warrick County. Nestled against a bend in
the Ohio River, this community has deep historical roots, small town charm,
and a thriving waterfront. While home to interesting shops, quality dining,
and local events and festivals, city amenities are also easily accessible -
Indianapolis, Nashville, St. Louis and Louisville are all within a few
hours' drive. With a quality public school system, the University of
Evansville and University of Southern Indiana, Newburgh also hosts parks,
trails, and golf courses. Several large corporations in the region, such as
Alcoa, Tropicana Entertainment, Vigo Coal, Toyota, and Deaconess Health
System, a low cost of living and a strong agricultural presence contribute
to a high quality of life. For additional information, please visit Ohio
Township Links <http://www.gossagesager.com/OTPLSlinks.htm> .

 

Responsibilities. The Director reports to a seven-member Library Board of
Trustees and works with the Board, staff, and community stakeholders to
establish the strategic vision for the Library aligning the Library's
mission, goals and objectives with the community's needs and priorities.
This is complex executive work which includes planning, directing, managing
and overseeing the activities and operations of the library.  The Director
also works closely with the Board of Library Trustees, local government, and
community agencies and organizations. Too, the Director ensures that local,
state and federal laws, rules and regulations applicable to Indiana
libraries and the by-laws, policies, and directives of the Library Board are
being met.  

 

Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include an ALA-accredited Master's
Degree in Library Science; the ability to obtain and retain an Indiana
Librarian Certificate 2; and a minimum of three years of relevant library
experience which includes supervision of staff. Essential attributes and
skills include: vision, creativity, energy and enthusiasm; superior written
and oral communications skills; demonstrated success in effectively
promoting library services to the community; collaborative and
consensus-building skills; experience in recruiting, mentoring, evaluating
and retaining an excellent staff; and a thorough knowledge of current trends
and "best practices" for library service. Successful experience as a library
director reporting to a governing board is desirable.

 

Compensation.  The starting salary range is $62,000 to $74,000 (with
placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive
benefits package.

 

For further information contact  <http://www.gossagesager.com/> Bradbury
Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or telephone. To start the
application process, send a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word
or pdf attachments via email to  <mailto:karenmiller at gossagesager.com> Karen
Miller or  <mailto:jobethbradbury at gossagesager.com> Jobeth Bradbury on or
before the closing date of March 23, 2014.

 

 

 

Jobeth Bradbury

Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates <http://www.gossagesager.com/> 

4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805

Kansas City, MO 64111

816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office)

 

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