PUBLIC LIBRARY DIRECTOR
The
New Glarus Public Library seeks an innovative, enthusiastic and
service-oriented individual for the position of its Library
Director. With a major building project on the horizon, this is a
very exciting time for the Library and the community.
Located in northeastern Green County – just 20 miles from Madison -
the Village of New Glarus was originally settled as a colony of
Switzerland. Today, the New Glarus Public Library continues to
celebrate our Swiss heritage as it serves a total service population
of 5,942, has an annual circulation of over 80,000 and a 2012
Library budget of over $245,000.
Duties of the Library Director include overseeing all aspects of
library operations, supervising seven employees, budget planning,
management and reporting, technology planning and implementation,
collection development, grant writing, facilities management, and
working with the Village staff and community. The Director reports
to the Library’s seven-member Board of Trustees. See the Position
Description (www.newglaruspubliclibrary.org)
for a complete list of responsibilities and duties.
Applicants must have an MLS from an ALA-accredited program, at least
three to five years professional / managerial experience in public
libraries, and be eligible to receive a Grade 1 Wisconsin Public
Librarian certification. The successful candidate will possess a
strong public service orientation, commitment to the needs of the
community, strong organizational and project management skills,
excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills and a
strong technology background. Prior experience with building and /
or library expansion projects is a plus.
Hiring salary range is $43,000 to $47,000 annually, depending upon
qualifications and experience. This full-time position includes
health / dental insurance, paid vacation, sick time, retirement
contribution, and paid holidays.
Send
cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references by
February 15, 2012 to: Library Director Search, New Glarus Public
Library, P.O. Box 35, 319 2nd Street, New Glarus, WI
53574 or
newglaruslb@gmail.com. Finalists will be subject to a criminal
background check. The New Glarus Public Library is an equal
opportunity employer.
SUBSTITUTE LIFEGUARD
POSITIONS
The Village of New Glarus is looking
for substitute lifeguards to fill vacancies in the lifeguarding
schedule as needed. CPR Certification, First Aid certification
and Lifeguard certification is required. Candidate selection
will be open competitive process.
Submit
Application and certifications by Friday, February 17th by 11:00
a.m.
