[Michlib-l] Library Director Posting - Elk Rapids

[Brian Mortimore]

Library Director Job Posting

Northern Michigan Library Director Opportunity

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We're drawn to a library like we’re drawn to the edge of a body of water,
because both allow us space for dreaming, contemplation, entertainment, and
growth.  How special would it be to work in a space that provides both?
The Elk Rapids District Library Board of Trustees proudly announces the
search for their next Library Director.

The current Library building is quaint with a collection of 20,000 items
and digital resources including MEL and Overdrive.   The Elk Rapids Library
is staffed with nine dedicated team members.  Housed in the former
residence of one of the town’s founding families, the Elk Rapids District
Library is located adjacent to Grand Traverse Bay with views of the harbor
and a fresh new look with each change of the seasons in this Northern
Michigan town.

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The library services an area of 6,000 people year-round, growing to three
times that amount in the tourist season.  The community represents a
concentrated offering of specialty shops, merchants, and restaurants, while
continuously nodding to its limitless outdoor recreational opportunities,
all of which are highlighted in the video at the following link.

Home - Elk Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce (elkrapidschamber.org)
<https://www.elkrapidschamber.org/>

Who do we seek?

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   Driven to inspire the library and its staff to be at their collective
   best for the community.


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   Ability to navigate challenges while communicating positively,
   transparently, and collaboratively with stakeholders.
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   Knowledgeable of all facets of library management.
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   Able to curate the collection, strategically support programming
   efforts, and plan for the space needs of the community with the current
   building and future space.
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   Experienced in strategic planning, managing building projects with
   contractors, and with budget management experience that supports both.
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   Remains current with professional contacts at the state and national
   level with an eye towards the future, monitoring for trends to bring the
   latest in offerings (be they programming, content, or technology) for the
   benefit of the library.

Qualifications & Compensation:

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and a Level-3
certificate from the Library of Michigan (or be able to obtain Level-3
certification), and a demonstrated history of progressive responsibility
managing a library or department within a library.  The ideal candidate
will possess strong people and communication skills, applying them
tirelessly to promote the welfare of the community library.

Elk Rapids offers a starting salary of $80,000 with the ability to grow,
along with competitive benefits which include a signing bonus/moving
allowance of $5,000.  As there is a millage in perpetuity, the library is
well funded.

How to Apply:

Candidates may apply by submitting their resume and cover letter, along
with three professional references to: MortimoreConsulting at gmail.com.

The deadline for the first application review will be July 5th, 2022.
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