Library Director

Library Director – Full-Time Position

Flat Rock Public Library | Flat Rock, Michigan

Position Overview

Due to the upcoming retirement of the current Library Director, the Board of Directors of the Flat Rock Public Library is accepting applications for the position of Library Director.

Flat Rock is located approximately 30 miles south of Detroit. The Flat Rock Public Library is a Class IV public library serving 10,541 residents of Flat Rock, 3,240 residents of Rockwood, and 4,997 residents of Gibraltar. Located in Wayne County, the library is a member of The Library Network cooperative.

The library employs a full-time Youth Librarian and 14 part-time employees and operates with an annual budget of approximately $550,000.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants must possess an MLS/MLIS degree from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited institution and have a minimum of two years of library experience, including at least one year in a public library administrative and supervisory position.

The ideal candidate will be a community-oriented, energetic professional with strong oral and written communication skills, a comprehensive understanding of library finances and budgeting, and a broad knowledge of current public library operations and services.

Successful experience in fundraising and/or grant writing is desirable.

Administrative Duties and Responsibilities

The Library Director will be responsible for the overall management and operation of the library, including the following duties:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the library.
• Attend, organize, and coordinate meetings of the Board of Directors.
• Represent the library and participate in professional, governmental, and community meetings.
• Coordinate library services and participate in the local library network.
• Promote and maintain a high standard of customer service, address customer service concerns, and provide coverage at the reference desk.
• Manage and evaluate library operations by developing and implementing goals, establishing procedures and policies, and recommending changes based on ongoing analysis.
• Manage and organize the library collection and database.
• Supervise and evaluate all library employees.
• Ensure that work areas, the library building, and grounds are properly and safely maintained.
• Ensure that all bills and expenses are paid in accordance with Board policies and prepare financial statements for review by the Library Board.
• Complete and submit the annual State Aid report.
• Prepare and submit a preliminary annual budget based on past programming and anticipated future needs.

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be determined based on qualifications (DOQ).