[OPLINLIST] Job Posting - Loudonville Public Library

[thorntmi at loudonvillelibrary.org]

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 STAR library in the Library Journal Index seven times (2009
[x2], 2010, 2013, 2015, 2016, & 2017) 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 state and local
tax revenue in excess of $700,000, LPL is a school district library serving
portions of Ashland, Holmes, Knox, and Richland counties. LPL also enjoys 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>
loudonvillechamber.com and discovermohican.com.  

 

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 (current MLS/MLIS students
will be considered) 
*	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. This posting and a full position
description can be found at
http://loudonvillelibrary.org/Services/EmploymentOpportunities.

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

 

Loudonville Public Library

Attn: Kile Byington, Fiscal Officer

122 E. Main St.

Loudonville, OH 44842

fiscalofficer at loudonvilleibrary.org

 

Applicants who respond prior to June 4th will be given priority.  



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