[Michlib-l] Iosco-Arenac District Library hiring new District Director

[Jenn Donner]

Hi everyone,

Due to me moving into a new role in the Upper Peninsula, my position as 
District Director of the Iosco-Arenac District Library is now open for 
applications. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.

Jenn Donner, MLIS, M.Ed.
District Director
Iosco-Arenac District Library
989-362-2651
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*Library Director*—Iosco Arenac District Library

*Posting Date—August 2, 2023*

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*General Description*

The Library Board of the Iosco-Arenac District Library is seeking a 
District Director. The Director works from the administrative 
headquarters located on the shores of Lake Huron in East Tawas, 
Michigan. The successful candidate will work closely with the Library 
Board, the Headquarters staff and the staff in each of the eight 
branches in the district. Promoting library services in the communities 
throughout the district and working with the Library Board and various 
staff and community officials as the library leader are vital components 
of the position.

The District Library is a Class V district library and serves a 
population of 41,786 in the two counties of Arenac and Iosco. The area 
offers many recreational opportunities including boating, camping, 
biking, cross country skiing, hiking and sand beaches in several parks 
along the lake. There are local community theaters, historical 
societies, art fairs, music festivals, farmer’s markets and more.The 
communities have good schools, hospitals, friendly people and lower 
housing costs.

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*Duties and Responsibilities*

Develop and administer the annual budget.

Order and maintain library collections.

Manage district staff.

Develop and administer library policies, procedures, programs, and 
publicity.

Work with the Library Board on implementing library policies.

Represent the Board and serve as liaison with the various civic 
organizations and funding authorities.

Attend the regular Board meetings and present a written activity report 
at each meeting.

The duties are further defined in an employment agreement.

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*Required Qualifications*

ALA/MLS degree with a Level 1 State of Michigan Certification for a 
Class V Library.

At least 5 years of experience in a library management position.

Knowledge of budgeting/public library finance.

Knowledge of District Library Law and federal and state laws applicable 
to public libraries.

Possession of excellent written and verbal communication and personal 
relationship skills.

Ability to work with a diverse staff and represent the library at all 
levels within the community.

Clear understanding of technology and its application in a public library.

*Special Instructions to Applicants*

Cover letter

Resume/CV

3 letters of recommendation with contact information and email addresses.

The District Director’s salary for 2024 will be in the range of $70,000 
-$80,000 with a generous benefit package that includes:

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and personal days

Employee health insurance package including eye and dental coverage

Pension and Longevity pay


Please call Jenn Donner at 989-362-2651 with any questions. Feel free to 
visit our website at https://ioscoarenaclibrary.org/ 
<https://ioscoarenaclibrary.org/>To apply, please send all required 
materials to Jenn Donner at j.donner at vlc.lib.mi.us 
<mailto:j.donner at vlc.lib.mi.us>.
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