[Michlib-l] Library Director Opportunity

[Brian Mortimore]

Library Director Opportunity!

The Bath Twp. Public Library was formed through a grassroots effort in 2017
and has grown and expanded considerably with 8 staff, 20 friends of the
library, and a community comprising of over 12-thousand residents in
beautiful Bath Twp. Michigan.  With their first director moving onto another
opportunity, the Library and Board of Trustees are ready for its next director
to lead this established library into its next phase of success.  Are you
ready to lead?

Bath Township Public Library resides conveniently in the center of
Michigan’s lower peninsula, ten miles North of East Lansing and Michigan
State University.  A rural setting that boasts the benefits of a strong
sense of community, outdoor recreation (e.g., Park Lake, Rose Lake, golf
courses, hiking),  low cost of living and property taxes, and growth in ind
ustry to support the revenue needs of the library, this is an ideal
opportunity for a director seeking a new opportunity or a librarian
interested in taking that next step in their career to become a library
director.  The Board of Trustees are committed to the orientation and
mentorship of the next director.

This is a full-time, exempt position, with a starting salary of
$50,000.  Additionally,
a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and a
retirement savings match is included.

Candidates must meet and maintain the requirements set by the Library of
Michigan for a Class 4 library, MLIS from an ALA-accredited
institution, 2 years
of library experience in a public library setting, Michigan Librarian
Level-2 certification, current with issues and trends in libraries, and
familiarity with small-town libraries. Ideal candidates will possess
excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills, attention
to detail, and be able to develop and manage the operating budget, while
inspiring staff, and serving as the ambassador of the library throughout
the community.

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to consultant, Brian
Mortimore, at:  MortimoreConsulting at gmail.com. Candidates will be
considered in the order they are received with the position being posted
minimally until Monday, May 20, 2024. Do not delay in submitting your
interest.  Candidates interested in learning more are invited to send an
email to explore their interest to the above email address. For more
information, visit any of the following links:

https://www.bathtownshippubliclibrary.org

https://www.facebook.com/FriendsBTL

https://bathtownship.us/
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