[OPLINLIST] Downers Grove Public Library- Director position

[Karen E. Miller]

Downers Grove (IL) Public Library - Library Director 

 

Learn, grow and thrive as Library Director for the
<http://www.downersgrovelibrary.org/> Downers Grove Public Library.  The
Board of Trustees seeks its next leader to build on the success of this
superb Illinois library. The successful candidate must have excellent
communication skills that inspire and motivate; experience as budget officer
developing the annual budget proposal linked to Board policies and
priorities; foster a team environment; and have the ability to create and
implement a shared vision of stellar library services for the Downers Grove
community. With a committed, customer focused staff, a newly renovated
67,000 square foot facility, an annual $5.2 million operating budget, and
significant support from an active Friends organization and Foundation, the
Downers Grove Library serves 48,000 Village residents circulating 990,000
items in 2015 to 30,000 card holders.  The Library is an independent library
governed by a six-member appointed library Board with a permanent tax rate
exclusively dedicated to public library services. 

 

The Village of Downers Grove is a comfortable western Chicago suburb that
combines residential suburban living balanced with economic growth. Located
in the heart of DuPage County, Downers Grove is a family friendly and
business friendly destination. Residents, small businesses and large
corporations thrive in the small town "feel" of Downers Grove. With commuter
rail service to Chicago and access to two major airports, the Village has 49
parks, two award winning public school districts and is home to the main
campus of Midwestern University.  Forbes Magazine named Downers Grove as the
8th friendliest town in the United States and Liveability.com selected it as
one of the "Top 10 Best Cities for Kids." Additional information on the
Downers Grove Public Library and the Village of Downers Grove can be found
at  <http://www.gossagesager.com/downersgrovelinks.htm> Downers Grove Links.

 

Responsibilities and requirements. Minimum requirements include an MLS from
an ALA-accredited program with a broad knowledge of the principles and
practices of librarianship; eight years of public library experience in
increasingly responsible positions with a minimum of four years at the
management level. (Or equivalent background and experience that will enable
the candidate to effectively perform the work required.)  Essential skills
include excellent administrative, financial planning, communication, and
personnel management skills; ability to speak to diverse groups concerning
library affairs; ability to handle critical incidents and resolve conflicts
involving patrons, staff, materials, and facilities; ability to participate
in meetings and conferences outside of normal working hours; ability to
inspire and lead staff; initiative, awareness and vision in developing
library services; and skill in building and maintaining effective
relationships with the Library Board, staff and with community leaders.
Successful experience reporting to a governing board, developing a strategic
plan and experience in library technology are preferred. For the complete
position description, please visit
<http://www.gossagesager.com/downersgrovejobdesc.pdf> Downers Grove
Director.

 

Compensation. The starting salary range is $115,000-$136,500 dependent on
qualifications with a competitive benefits package.

 

Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word or PDF
attachments to  <mailto:danbradbury at gossagesager.com> Dan Bradbury. 

This position will close March 27, 2016.

 

Have a great afternoon-

Karen

 

Karen E. Miller, M.L.S. 

Managing Consultant 

Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates 

Ohio office:

3513 E Harvard Blvd

Canton, OH 44709

330-224-9177

 <mailto:karenmiller at gossagesager.com> karenmiller at gossagesager.com

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