Job Description
The Library Director manages and directs a library staff of 34 (13 full time), with an annual operating budget of $1.877 million. 67% of the library’s operating funds come from the State of Ohio’s Public Library Fund, 30% come from local property taxes and the remaining 3% come from fees and miscellaneous sources. Approximately 223,000 items circulate in all three locations annually.
Additional Info & Requirements
Strong applicants will be progressive and forward thinking in terms of technology and the evolution of public library services, have a successful fundraising record, provide evidence of significant library experience at the administrative level, and provide evidence of the ability to foster an authentic connection to a local community. Excellent candidates will have strong social skills, and be able to manage and collaborate with library staff and local citizens with ease.
The Community
DPLS includes a main library, located in Defiance, Ohio, and two branch libraries in Sherwood and Hicksville. Defiance is a historic small town nestled on the banks of the Maumee and Auglaize Rivers. The main library, a beautiful red stone Carnegie library, sits at the confluence of the two rivers. The county has a population of 40,000.
HR Info
Please email all of the below to: Michael Wahl and Library Board, directorsearch@defiancelibrary.org: Qualified applicants should forward a descriptive cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications described above, as well as OLC’s list of “director competencies.” Applicants should also forward a resume, a list of three references (with contact information), and undergraduate and/or graduate school transcripts (copies are fine at this point). A background check is required prior to employment. Application deadline is March 30, 2018.
Please email all of the below to: Michael Wahl and Library Board, directorsearch@defiancelibrary.org: Qualified applicants should forward a descriptive cover letter outlining how you meet the qualifications described above, as well as OLC’s list of “director competencies.” Applicants should also forward a resume, a list of three references (with contact information), and undergraduate and/or graduate school transcripts (copies are fine at this point). A background check is required prior to employment. Application deadline is March 30, 2018.