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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-family:Raleway"><font size="2"><b style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span>The Opportunity<span></span></span></b></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The <b>Board of Trustees of the Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library </b>[SMFPL]<b>
</b>is seeking a dynamic, collaborative leader to serve as their next <b>Library
Director</b>. This mission-critical position reports to a seven-member Board of
Trustees, guides a dedicated staff of 43, oversees a $3.6 million operating
budget, and is responsible for the overall daily operation and oversight of the
library’s departments, collections, services, programs, and facilities. The Library
Director is tasked with nurturing positive and meaningful professional relationships
with the SMFPL’s Board, staff, and patrons. Also, as the chief representative
and face of the library system, the Library Director represents the library in
the industry and community by making presentations, serving on boards and committees,
and seeking opportunities to enhance the Library’s visibility as a vital
community partner and resource.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span>In addition to organizing, directing, and evaluating
all library functions, operations, and activities, the Library Director will prioritize
implementation of the new strategic plan, budget planning, resource management/fundraising,
civic engagement, staff development and succession planning, and championing </span><span>diversity, equity, accessibility, and
inclusion.<span> </span><b><span></span></b></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><b style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span>About the Library and Community<span></span></span></b></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><a name="_Hlk202939135" style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span>Stow Library was founded in May 1924 as a
school district library with a Board of Trustees appointed by the Board of Education.
Located in the Township Hall close to the town center, it served both Stow and
Munroe Falls, as it does today. Jessie Williamson, daughter of Adella Durbin,
was the first librarian of Stow Public Library. Mrs. Williamson was sent for
library training at Western Reserve University for one month in the summer of
1924, at the expense of the Trustees. The library officially opened to the
public in January 1925. In 2024, the Library celebrated its 100th anniversary, and
over the past several years, has undergone many significant improvements and enhancements
including indoor renovations, development of new outdoor spaces, increased
access to print and digital materials via CLEVNET, and new mobile services
programming, including bookmobile service. <span></span></span></a></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span><span>The mission of the
Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library is to provide the community with resources and
opportunities for life-long learning that support intellectual freedom,
curiosity, and creativity. It also aims to promote the well-being of the
community through programs and cooperative efforts with other community
agencies, public and private. To learn more, visit: </span></span><a href="http://www.smfpl.org/" style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration:underline"><span>smfpl.org</span><span></span></a><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></font></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Located in northern Summit County, the neighboring communities of Stow
and Munroe Falls have a combined population of approximately 40,000 residents
and share a largely suburban character. The area includes a mix of established
single-family neighborhoods, newer residential developments, and smaller, more
traditional residential enclaves, with Stow functioning as the primary
commercial and civic center and Munroe Falls maintaining a quieter,
predominantly residential profile. The community offers access to a range of
local amenities, including retail corridors, restaurants, community facilities,
and public parks, as well as nearby regional assets such as the Cuyahoga Valley
National Park and the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail. With highly regarded
schools, easy access to Akron, Kent, and Cleveland, and a balance of natural
beauty and modern conveniences, the Stow–Munroe Falls area provides an
attractive place to live, work, and connect.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><b style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span>Position Qualifications and Compensation<span></span></span></b></font></p>
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</span></span></span><span>A
Master’s degree is required. A Master of Library and Information Science [MLIS]
is preferred.<span></span></span></span></font></p>
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</span></span></span><span>Seven
or more years of relevant organizational or departmental leadership experience
in a mission-based organization is required.<span></span></span></span></font></p>
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</span></span></span><span>Experience
in leading, hiring, training, developing, supervising, and evaluating staff is
required.<span></span></span></span></font></p>
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</span></span></span><span>Experience
in community engagement, collaboration, and advocacy [i.e., working and partnering
closely with civic/community partners, local businesses, government officials, and
other key stakeholders] is required.<span></span></span></span></font></p>
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</span></span></span><span>Experience
providing strategic financial oversight and managing budgets in alignment with
organizational goals is required.<span></span></span></span></font></p>
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</span></span></span><span>Experience
reporting to a Board and/or working as part of a senior management team is
required.<span></span></span></span></font></p>
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</span></span></span><span>Experience
with facilities improvement/capital project management is preferred.<span></span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">A generous compensation package includes a competitive starting pay range
of $90,000 to $110,000; earned time-off allowances; medical, dental, and vision
insurance; OPERS retirement plan; and more.<span></span></span></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;line-height:normal"><font size="2"><b style="font-family:arial,sans-serif"><span>To Apply<span></span></span></b></font></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:6pt 0in 12pt;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Raleway"><span><font size="2"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and a
cover letter [including salary requirements] to: <span style="color:rgb(0,32,96)"><a href="mailto:ryansheehan@oahumanresources.com">ryansheehan@oahumanresources.com</a></span>.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. </span></font><span></span></span></p>
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