[Michlib-l] Director - Delaware County (OH) District Library

[marianne]

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*DIRECTOR*

*DELAWARE COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY*

If serving as the leader of a diverse and growing library system has been your professional goal, the position of Director of the Delaware County (OH) District 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 forward-thinking, progressive, and collaborative management.  The successful candidate will be a dynamic and committed professional well-versed in current and emerging trends and best practices inlibrary services who will take an active role in the Delaware community.

The library system serves a population of over 125,000 with an operating 
budget of nearly $ 5 million.The main library is housed in a 44,000 
square foot facility remodeled in 2014; in addition, service is provided 
through three branch libraries in the communities of Powell, Ostrander, 
and Orange Township, and via bookmobile, homebound, and outreach 
services.The staff of 102 (19 MLIS) pride themselves on providing 
exceptional patron-focused service.The library enjoys an outstanding 
reputation and strong support from the community.

Founded in 1808, Delaware County is located 20 miles north of Columbus 
and is the fastest growing suburban county in the State of Ohio and the 
21st fastest in the United States. The area offers a sophisticated, 
global approach to art, education, health care and business, while 
maintaining many of the charms of a small-town way of life.  City 
priorities reflect the character of the community, including a focus on 
historic preservation that enhances the character and charm of downtown 
Delaware.Bikeways connect people, neighborhoods, services, and 
businesses. A new recreation center promotes a healthy community and the 
county-wide Preservation Parks system provides outdoor recreation 
opportunities throughout the year. An excellent educational environment 
offers numerous options from preschool through college.

To learn more about the Delaware County District Library system and the 
community visit: http://www.delawarelibrary.organd 
http://www.delawareareachamber.com; 
http://www.delawareareachamber.com/Profile.html

Position requirements:A graduate degree in Library and Information 
Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association; a 
minimum of eight (8) years of post-degree employment in a library, of 
which at least five (5) years have been in an executive or senior 
management position.

Additional requirements include proven fiscal and personnel management 
abilities, strong verbal and written communication skills; management 
experience in a multi-branch system; the ability to develop and 
articulate a vision for library service and inspire others; a thorough 
understanding of library technology and its applications; and a 
collaborative style that will continue the system’s tradition of a 
teamwork environment.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 library levy or bond 
campaign is a must.

For a complete position description visit: 
http://www.libraryjobs.net/positions_available.html

Compensation: from $100,000 dependent on qualifications and experience; 
excellent benefit package which includes: health insurance; OPERS 
retirement plan; life insurance.

Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is 
filled, but those received by 5 o’clock pm (EDT) on June 22, 2015 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 
Marianne at hartzell-mikaconsulting.com 
<mailto:Marianne at hartzell-mikaconsulting.com>.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Marianne Hartzell, Consultant
marianne at hartzell-mikaconsulting.com

Hartzell-Mika Consulting, LLC
P.O. Box 4396
East Lansing, Michigan  48823
517.719.3487

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