[OPLINLIST] Job Opportunity

[J. Victoria Eckenrod]

JOB OPPORTUNITY
LIBRARY DIRECTOR

The Galion Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking an 
experienced, enthusiastic and dedicated leader to serve as Director.  
The City of Galion lies in the southeastern corner of Crawford 
County, Ohio and has a population of 10,500.  The community offers an 
excellent school system, community -supported park and recreational 
facilities and a vibrant small-town charm.

The Galion Public Library is a beautiful Carnegie building built in 
1904.  It is one of the few Association public libraries in Ohio and 
governed by a group of approximately 40 members through a nine member 
board.  It has a staff of 17 (7 full time staff, 6 part-time and 4 
student pages).

As the chief administrative officer, the Director is responsible for 
monitoring, coordinating and supervising the operation of the 
library.  The Director will work closely with the Board to set 
policies and make recommendations for the future; with the Fiscal 
Officer to set the budgets and oversee spending; and with the staff 
to guide the day to day operations of the Library.  The Director will 
also be the library representative to the community, encouraging 
visibility for the Library and promoting its programs.  He/she will 
also work with the board and community to maintain the integrity and 
historical charm of the original Carnegie building.

The ideal candidate will have a MLIS and at least three years 
supervisory experience in public libraries.  Communication skills, 
ability to work collaboratively with others, and strong leadership 
qualities are necessary.  An aptitude for using technology, raising 
funds and writing grants is strongly desired.  Familiarity with 
Evergreen is an asset.

This position offers a hiring salary range of $50,000 to $60,000 
dependent on experience and qualifications.  Benefit package includes 
comprehensive health care, HSA, Ohio Public Employees Retirement 
System (OPERS), as well as vacation, sick leave and personal days.

Review the complete job description at 
www.galionlibrary.org/about/jobs.html

Send cover letter, and resume to: 

				Attn: Clare Filiberti, Board
				Galion Public Library
				123 N. Market St.
				Galion, OH  44833
 
Or email to:  clarefiliberti at aol.com 

OPEN UNTIL FILLED
-- 
J. Victoria Eckenrod, Director
Galion Public Library
123 N. Market St.
Galion, Ohio  44833
419-468-3203
jveckenrod at galionlibrary.org