Deadline for Application: Applications will be accepted until position is filled
• Can you successfully manage a diverse community?
• Can you develop innovative and exciting programs?
• Can you bring dynamic leadership, energy, and vision to a talented library staff?
• Can you manage a $900,000. Budget and maintain financial solvency, with an eye towards leading a successful building referendum campaign?
If you can, then Richton Park Public Library has a great opportunity for you!
Description: The Richton Park Public Library seeks an outgoing and creative visionary to be our next library director. Our library district is located about 30 minutes southwest of Chicago with a growing population of approximately 12,000. The applicant must be able to promote the library’s mission, and mentor and empower staff. We are looking for a strong manager, who is financially astute, with the ability to manage a growing revenue base.
Requirements: Minimum qualifications: MLS from an ALA accredited library program, plus 7 to 10 years of progressively responsible public library service including serving as library director, assistant library director, or head of a large department. The applicant must have a proven track record of management ability in areas of budgeting, planning, supervision, and administration. The applicant must be able to demonstrate a commitment to a high level of patron service; the ability to recruit and maintain talented staff; and the ability to maintain an excellent working relationship with the board.
A strong knowledge of technology, experience with referenda, and grant writing are a plus.
Salary: $65,000. Minimum
Send cover letter and resume to Evelyn Green, Library Board President erichtonparklibrary@gmail.com
Richton Park Public Library District
4045 Sauk Trail
Richton Park, IL 60471
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