[Michlib-l] Job Opportunity: MacDonald Public Library Director

[Tonya Ryals]

Hello,

I'm sending this out again as the closing date is fast approaching.

Regards,
Tonya

On Sat, Jun 8, 2024 at 10:43 AM Tonya Ryals <director at macdonaldlibrary.org>
wrote:

> Good morning everyone,
>
> The MacDonald Public Library is hiring for a new director! Please see the
> posting below. If you have any questions, please let me know.
>
> The MacDonald Public Library Board is seeking a forward-thinking, hands-on
> leader as their new Library Director. The MacDonald Public Library is the
> municipal library of New Baltimore, Michigan—located in Macomb County on
> the north shore of Lake St. Clair. MacDonald is a member of the Suburban
> Library Cooperative. It is a Class IV library serving over 16,000
> residences in the City of New Baltimore and Casco township. It has 5
> full-time and 10 part-time employees with an annual operating budget of
> $600,000 from a dedicated millage.
>
> The Library is excited to begin a strategic planning process with our
> contracted partners. The Library Director will take the lead in
> coordinating with our partners and collaboratively developing and
> implementing the strategic plan. The Library Director advances the mission
> of the Library with the guidance of the Board. This includes promoting
> access to the Library, ensuring excellent customer service, and promoting
> library services to the community.
>
> The MacDonald Public Library prides itself on providing:
>
> ·       Community involvement and a welcoming environment
>
> ·       Excellent service
>
> ·       Extensive and varied programs
>
> ·       Diversity and inclusion
>
> The ideal candidate has at least three years of personnel management
> experience and at least two years of budget management experience.
> Experience utilizing both QuickBooks Online and Polaris is preferred but
> not required. The ideal candidate enjoys and values:
>
> ·       Communicating with others, including patrons, staff, and
> trustees, verbally and in writing
>
> ·       Listening to and valuing the input of others
>
> ·       Staying current on trends in the field
>
> ·       Engaging in professional development
>
> ·       Providing pathways to continuing education for staff members
>
> ·       Understanding, utilizing, and staying current on technology
>
> ·       Acting as a mentor to staff members
>
> ·       Being a hands-on leader who regularly engages in all levels of
> library work
>
> ·       Providing a space for all through steadfast, patient leadership
>
> The Director reports to a Board of Trustees but must perform work with a
> high level of autonomy.
>
> *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
>
> ·       Three years of professional public library experience which
> demonstrates abilities in management, budgeting, planning, and supervision
>
> ·       Completion of a successful background check
>
> *Duties and Responsibilities*
>
> The Director is responsible for:
>
> ·       Understanding our community’s needs
>
> ·       Using this knowledge to refine the Library’s mission and the role
> of librarians in our community
>
> ·       Creating and implementing a strategic plan that supports our
> mission
>
> ·       Building a strong team who enjoys executing this strategic plan
>
> ·       Being the “face” of the library to our community
>
> ·       Administering the daily operations of all Library functions,
> including budget management, personnel supervision, overseeing building
> operations, and promoting the library in the community
>
> ·       Working closely with the Board of Trustees
>
> *Compensation*
>
> Minimum salary of $62,000, maximum salary of $75,000 depending upon
> qualifications and experience. Full benefit package includes generous sick
> leave, paid time-off, health care, dental, vision and MERS retirement.
>
> *Application Process*
>
> Please respond with a cover letter, resume and three professional
> references to hr at macdonaldlibrary.org.
>
> Application Closing Date: July 14, 2024
>
> Job Type: Full-time
>
> Pay: $62,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
>
>
>
>
>
>
> --
> *Tonya Ryals*
> she/her; they/them
>
> **Please note that I am currently serving the library in an interim
> capacity; as such, my hours are limited and may be outside of regular
> business hours. My responses may be slightly delayed as a result. Do not
> feel obligated to respond to me outside of your regular working hours.**
>
> *Interim Director*
> MacDonald Public Library
> 36480 Main St, New Baltimore, MI 48047
> (586) 725-0273
>
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