[Michlib-l] Job Posting: Library Director

[Maria Gardella]

Hello, 

MacDonald Public Library (MPL) is currently seeking a Library Director.
Below, please find the full job posting and direct link to the job
description. I've also taken the liberty of attaching the posting and
description in PDF format.  

BACKGROUND 

The MacDonald Public Library is the municipal library of New Baltimore,
Michigan--located  in Macomb County on the north shore of Lake St.
Clair. Through contractual agreement the Library also serves the
community of Casco Township.  MacDonald is a member of the Suburban
Library Cooperative.  It is a Class IV library serving over 14,000
residences in the City of New Baltimore and Casco township. It has 4
full-time and 11 part-time employees  with an annual operating budget of
$560,000.  In 2020, the Library completed Phase 3 of a four-phase
facilities project. 

The MacDonald Public Library prides itself on providing: 

 	* Wide-ranging collections and online access
 	* Community involvement and a welcoming environment
 	* Excellent service
 	* Extensive and varied programs
 	* Diversity and inclusion

The Director reports to a five-member governing board. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

 	* Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school
 	* Permanent Professional Certificate from the Library of Michigan, as
required by State law for a Class IV library, or the ability to obtain
such a certificate within six months of date of hire
 	* Four years of professional librarian experience, including
administrative and supervisory responsibilities in a public library
 	* Completion of a successful background check

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

The Director serves as the chief executive officer of the Library and is
responsible for the administration and daily operations of all Library
functions within the mission, goals, and policies established by the
Library Board.  

Click here for the full description of job duties, qualifications and
other details:
macdonaldlibrary.org/ckfinder/userfiles/files/MPL%20Director%20Job%20Description.pdf
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COMPENSATION   

Minimum salary of $54,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
Full benefit package including health care, disability and retirement. 

APPLICATION PROCESS 

 	* Complete the Library application form located at:
http://www.macdonaldlibrary.org/macdonald/documents/application%20for%20employment.pdf
 	* Email your cover letter, resume, completed application and three
professional references to Margaret Thomas (thomasm at libcoop.net) and
Stan Lisica (stanlisica at yahoo.com). Please include in the email _subject
line_: "Application for Director Position - [Your Name]" 

In addition, you may (but do not have to) mail the complete application
package to:  

MacDonald Public Library 
c/o Margaret Thomas 
36480 Main St. 
New Baltimore, MI 48047 

Application Closing Date: November 1, 2020
Position Target Start Date: January 2021  

 Thank you, 

Maria Gardella (She/Her/Hers)
 Reference Librarian 
MacDonald Public Library (zv239) 
(586) 725-0273 

 

Links:
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http://macdonaldlibrary.org/ckfinder/userfiles/files/MPL%20Director%20Job%20Description.pdf
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