Job Description
The Muskego Public Library http://www.cityofmuskego.org/library is seeking a director with a passion for advancing the mission of the library: Information, Ideas, Community. A talent for strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, the ability to remain positive and flexible, and a demonstrated ability to lead people are highly desired traits for this position.
Additional Info & Requirements
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 the Library Board of Trustees and serves as a Department Head for the City of Muskego. The Director, under general direction 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 Community
The Muskego community: Serving over 24,534 area residents, the library is located in the City of Muskego. Known for its excellent schools and its ranking as one of the safest cities in Wisconsin according to the 2017 Safewise Report, Muskego is located at a convenient distance from Milwaukee, Madison and Chicago. The library is a state-of-the-art facility located centrally within the community which circulates ca. 282,000 items each year and has an annual budget of over $1,236,000.
HR Info
Interested candidates should visit www.cityofmuskego.org to find a detailed job description and complete the required online application. A cover letter, resume and three references should be sent to esaylor@cityofmuskego.org by August 7, 2017.