[LIBJOBS] Library System Director -- Janesville, WI -- USA

Library System Director

 

The Arrowhead Library System (ALS) is currently recruiting for a Director due

to the retirement of the current Director.

 

ALS is a one-county federated library system headquartered in Janesville,

Wisconsin.  The goal of the ALS is to provide open access and library services to all

Rock County residents as effectively and cost efficiently as possible.  Under the general

direction of a 7-member Board, the Director exercises the day-to-day administrative

responsibilities for the system and provides services as set forth by policies established

by the Board of Directors.  The Director works with libraries in Beloit, Clinton,

Edgerton, Evansville, Janesville, Milton and Orfordville.

 

The position is located in Janesville, Wisconsin.  The normal business hours are Monday

through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  The requirements for the position are:

 

• Masters Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school.
• At least five years of professional library experience which includes three years of supervisory experience and a variety of administrative responsibilities.
• Experience in public libraries is required.
• Experience in regional systems and/or other types of libraries is desirable.
• Experience in technology planning is required.
• A valid Wisconsin driver's license and the ability to attend various meetings throughout the county and regionally.

 

Salary commensurate with education and experience, starting at $50,000 per year.  ALS provides an excellent fringe benefit package.  If interested, please submit electronically: a current resume; the names and contact information for three professional references; and a cover letter detailing your education and experience, which meet the above requirements by July 13, 2012 to:

 

sam@co.rock.wi.us

 

HUMAN RESOURCES

ROCK COUNTY COURTHOUSE

51 S. Main Street

Janesville, WI 53545

(608) 757-5520

 

EEO/AA

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply

 

 

Bryan J. McCormick
Library Director
Hedberg Public Library

316 S. Main St.

Janesville, WI  53545
(608) 758-6594

 

 

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