[OPLINLIST] Position Opening - Director Loudonville Public Library

[Charlie Hansen]

Interested individuals should feel free to contact me directly (off list)
with any questions about this position or the library.  Please note that a
job description is attached to this e-mail.   

 

Library Director

 

The Loudonville Public Library is seeking an energetic and forward-thinking
Director to lead and manage a committed and experienced staff and to oversee
operations in a beautiful 26,000 square foot building.  LPL has been
recognized as a four-star library for the past three years and is looking
for someone to build upon this success and to capitalize on fantastic
community support and a wonderful location right in the heart of downtown
Loudonville.  With annual tax revenues of approximately $600,000, LPL is a
school district library serving portions of Ashland, Holmes, Knox, and
Richland counties.  LPL also benefits from an active Friends group.

 

Loudonville is nestled among scenic rolling hills and offers ample
opportunities for outdoor recreation. Loudonville is also within ½ hour of
larger cities such as Ashland, Mansfield, Millersburg, Mount Vernon, and
Wooster.  More information about Loudonville and the Mohican area can be
found at http://www.loudonville-mohican.com/index.html.   

 

The Loudonville Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking a Director that:



·         Is committed to excellent customer service and to fostering a
positive environment of staff development 

·         Understands the value of community involvement and who is prepared
to be “the face of the library” 

·         Has experience in designing and implementing a strategic plan and
who can establish effective avenues for community input

·         Understands the unique nature of small town public libraries and
its relevance to the materials, services, and programs that the library
offers 

·         Can work effectively with a seven-member board and a staff of
thirteen other employees

·         Is ambitious and ready to take on new challenges, including
non-traditional library services to fit the needs of the community 

·         Is focused on efficiency in operations and who can create an
atmosphere of optimism and enthusiasm

·         Has a passion for public library work and is prepared to be an
advocate for public libraries at the local, state, and national levels  

 

Qualifications:

 

*	MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited program 
*	3-5 years of progressive supervisory/management experience in a
public library setting (preferred) 

 

Salary and benefits package will be negotiable and based upon the
candidate’s experience and credentials.  Additional information about the
position can be found at www.loudonvillelibrary.org/employment.

 

Application procedure: Please send a cover letter and current resume along
with contact information for three references to: 

 

Loudonville Public Library

Attn: Sue Burwell, Fiscal Officer

122 E. Main St.

Loudonville, OH 44842

 

Applicants who respond prior to March 22nd will be given priority.

 

Charlie Hansen, Director

Loudonville Public Library

122 E. Main St.

Loudonville, OH 44842

419.994.5531

 <mailto:hansench at loudonvillelibrary.org> hansench at loudonvillelibrary.org 

 <http://www.loudonvillelibrary.org> www.loudonvillelibrary.org 

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