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Last Updated February 21, 2012
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Manitowoc Public Library - Children's Librarian
Manitowoc Public Library seeks a Children’s Librarian to create and delivery programs for children and families, to work cooperatively with schools and the community, to share the wonders of children’s literature with children, parents, teachers, staff and the community, to participate in collection development, and so much more.
Masters in Library Studies required (or near completion) Starting wage is $18 per hour. Current position is 32 hours a week, with room to grow. First year include 2 weeks paid vacation, 10 holidays and 3 floating personal days. Prorated comprehensive health insurance available. Please submit your application to the Manitowoc Public Library Business Office. Applications accepted through February 24, 2012.
For more information and to apply, please visit: http://www.manitowoclibrary.org/en-us/about/employment/default.aspx
Patterson Memorial Library (Wild Rose) - Library Director
The Patterson Memorial Library, Wild Rose, is seeking an energetic person for the Library Director with excellent people skills. A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Must have proficient computer skills. Must acquire credits toward a Grade Three Library Certification as per state statutes. Wages commensurate with education and experience. Benefits provided. Residence in close proximity to the library is plus.
Deadline to apply: March 1, 2012.
Send cover letter, resume and application to: Attn. Library Board, Patterson Memorial Library, Box 305, Wild Rose, WI 54984. The Patterson Memorial Library is an important cultural and literary hub of the village. We also have an active after-school program which we expect to be continued. The candidate must be able to work effectively with teens and young children. The successful candidate will possess strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to relate well with the public, other library professionals, the staff and the board. They must possess good organizational skills, be progressive and have the willingness to move forward with technology changes. The candidate should possess common sense, have good decision-making ability, high integrity, excellent financial management skills, be able to maintain the budget and have the ability to multi-task.
Benefits: Health Insurance, Wisconsin Retirement Program, sick leave, vacation days and holidays
Send your cover letter, resume and completed application to: Attn. Library Board, Patterson Memorial Library, box 305, Wild Rose, 54984.
Detailed job description and the job application are on the library's web site http://www.wildroselibrary.org/
Waukesha Public Library - Library Director
Waukesha Public Library, the Wisconsin 2011 Library of the Year, seeks a Library Director who will embrace and champion WPL’s service philosophy - “As Library staff, we provide courteous, responsive, quality service to our citizens. We believe in putting the customer first and that how we treat people is more important than anything else.”
Join the City of Waukesha, the Library Board, and the staff of this thriving municipal library as the Waukesha Public Library (http://www.waukesha.lib.wi.us/) continues to play its pivotal role as library, community partner and arts center. Serving 93,237 people, WPL is a single 71,566 sq. ft. facility—stunningly renovated and centrally located in an inviting park setting. With a team of 43 FTEs, a vital Friends group and a $3.6 million dollar budget, the Library circulates 1.35 million items annually to 59,000+ registered card holders. Challenges for the new Director include strategic planning, staffing challenges due to impending retirements, implementing a new ILS system, and developing alternative funding streams for library services and programs. Nestled in the southeast corner of Wisconsin, the City of Waukesha (http://www.ci.waukesha.wi.us/web/guest/waukesha) and the region offer cultural and recreational amenities in scenic Lake Country—providing ample opportunity for a delightful blend of outdoor sports and art activities. Waukesha is also centrally located with convenient access to three major urban areas—20 miles from Milwaukee, 60 miles from Madison and 90 miles from Chicago. For more information on the Library and the community, see http://www.gossagesager.com/Waukeshalinks.htm .
Responsibilities. The Library Director plans, organizes, directs, and controls all functions, operations, and activities of the Library, either directly or through senior management staff. The Director reports to an 11-member Library Board of Trustees and serves as a City Department Head for the City of Waukesha. The Director, under general direction of and within the policies set by the Library Board, is responsible for developing and presenting an operating plan, budget, and policies necessary to provide optimal library service to community residents. The Director is responsible for administering the programs of Library Service approved by the Library Board to accomplish the short and long-term goals established in its mission statement and strategic plan. For the detailed job description, see http://www.gossagesager.com/Waukesha Job Description.pdf.
Minimum qualifications: a Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited graduate library school; eligibility for a Grade 1 Wisconsin Library Certificate; a minimum of five years successful public library and/or library system experience, which includes at least two years of staff supervision and administrative experience; or such alternative or additional qualifications as the Library Board of Trustees may find acceptable as listed in the job description. Essential attributes and skills include: vision, creativity, energy and enthusiasm; demonstrated success in effectively promoting library services to the community through partnerships; political acumen; working within a municipal budget and governance structure, collaborative and consensus-building skills; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and “best practices” for library service. Proven success working effectively with a policy-making board is desirable.
Compensation. A starting salary range of $81,596 – $94,195 with an attractive benefits package.
For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or call 816-531-2468. Email DanBradbury@gossagesager.com or JobethBradbury@gossagesager.com with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to start the application process. The position closes March 16, 2012.
Greenwood Public Library - Library Director
The Greenwood Public Library is accepting applications for an outgoing, energetic, and organized individual who enjoys working with children and the public. Applicants must have computer knowledge and be eligible for a Grade 3 Wisconsin Public Library Certification, (requiring 54 semester credits of which ½ must be in the Liberal Arts and Sciences) and be prepared to take the appropriate courses for the State of Wisconsin certification. The Library Director’s position is full time, 40 hours per week with benefits and salary is negotiable.
Please submit your resume along with references by MARCH 19, 2012 to: GREENWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY, P. O. BOX 100, GREENWOOD, WI 54437.
Madison Metropolitan School District - School Librarians - Multiple positions open
Madison Metropolitan School
District will have a minimum of 7 openings for school librarians in the
2012-2013 academic year: at least 4 will be elementary full time positions and
2.5 middle school positions and a .5 at Shabazz High School. As this is a high
need area, students who are currently working on their certification (i.e. are
in library school) could be considered. To find out about applying, please go to
the MMSD web site:
https://hrweb.madison.k12.wi.us/jobs.
(2/20/2012)
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