[OPLINLIST] Director job opening, Hillsboro OH

[Highland District Library]

The Highland County District Library (HCDL) seeks a new and innovative
Library Director to assume leadership due to the upcoming retirement of the
current Library Director. Working in conjunction with the Assistant Director
and Fiscal Officer to oversee the library's strategic operations, this
position is located in the administrative offices in Hillsboro, Ohio.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit the following: 



1. Cover letter 

2. Resume 

3. Philosophy of public librarianship 

4. Three professional references including at least one former or current
supervisor 

 

Application materials should be submitted electronically in PDF format to
the following address: highlandco at highlandco.org 

Or mailed to Highland County District Library Attn: Search Committee 10
Willettsville Pike Hillsboro, OH 45133. 

 

Requirements for the position: Master's Degree in Library Science from an
ALA accredited college or university preferred, with 5-7 years of public
library experience. 

 

Additional qualifications: Experience supervising employees, fundraising,
and management of a budget. Demonstrated leadership skills and community
involvement. 

 

Review of applications will begin at the close of business on August 9 and
continue until the position is filled. This is a full-time professional
position. Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 depending upon qualifications. Employer
contribution toward health insurance. Paid vacation and sick time and three
personal days per year. Paid membership in professional library
organizations. 

 

About the library system: With a welcoming and friendly library staff of 35,
the Highland County District Library system aims to move forward in its
mission and vision guided by core values including accessibility,
resourcefulness, community, creativity, knowledge, and opportunity. Set in
the rolling green hills of southwest Ohio, HCDL has locations in Hillsboro,
Greenfield, Leesburg, Lynchburg, and soon-to-be Rocky Fork Lake. Highland
County has a rich history and active communities, and the public library
proudly embraces its role of serving all community members (approximately
43,000 residents) at all stages of life. 

 

See the attached position description for further detail. 

 

Director Job Description 

The public evaluates its library by the courteous and competent help it
receives from the staff. Library personnel determine the effectiveness of
the library's services. Choosing the best applicant for any position is of
vital importance and guidelines are needed for necessary background,
education, training, aptitude, and skills. Each job description will include
other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications: Master's degree, MLS/MLIS preferred. Extensive and varied
professional experience. Demonstrated administrative and supervisory
ability. 

 

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: Ability to plan library services.
Broad knowledge of library materials and methods, maintenance, and
facilities. Broad knowledge of public affairs; ability to interpret
community interest and needs, developing connections inside and outside of
the library. Knowledge of budgeting and public library finance. Knowledge of
library goals and objectives; public relations; management and supervision
techniques; employee training and development. Ability to communicate
effectively in written and oral form. Ability to perform with highest level
of independent responsibility and accountability. 

 

Physical demands: While performing duties of this job, the employee is
frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear; to be hands-on and
communicate clearly. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to
50 pounds, and push/pull book carts up to 100 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth
perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

 

Typical duties: Plans and administers operation of the library system. Keeps
informed of developments and participates in professional community
organizations. Implements policy decisions as established by the Board of
Trustees by working with appropriate staff. Acquaints the Board with special
problems involving the library. Formulates and submits recommendations on
library policies, services, and budget for the Board. Selects and evaluates
personnel. Coordinates library participation in networks. Prepares and
presents special reports. 

 

Benefits: Salary is based on experience and education. An excellent benefit
package is also provided.

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