Are you a developing library leader looking for the excitement and growth
potential of your next challenge? If so, the William Jeanes Memorial
Library of Whitemarsh Township (PA), may have what you want—an opportunity
to serve as its next Library Director. The Board is looking for a dynamic
professional who, in addition to managing overall library operations, will
work closely with the seven-member Board of Directors to finalize and
implement a facility renovation and expansion plan.
The William Jeanes Memorial Library, a nonprofit corporation, serves the
17,000 residents of Whitemarsh Township (Montgomery County). Guided by a
seven-member appointed Board, the Library staff (currently 10FTE), with an
annual budget of $600,000, operates a single, 11,000-square-foot 1971
facility circulating 100,000 items per year. A substantial portion of the
library’s budget is funded by the Township, with additional contributions
from the Friends of the Library, individual gifts, grants and an annual
allocation of Commonwealth Library funds. Whitemarsh Township (14.53 square
miles) is home to excellent public and private schools, preserved open
space, historic sites, and beautiful public recreation facilities including
the Schuylkill River. It is immediately adjacent to Philadelphia and linked
by a network of roads and public transit routes.
The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills that
inspire, motivate and engage the community, Board, staff, elected officials
and potential donors in developing and implementing a shared vision for
enhanced library service. Desired skills and experience will include:
strategic planning, budget preparation, facilities and space planning,
library technology, fundraising and grant writing, and working with library
staff and volunteers. Additional information on the William Jeanes
Memorial Library and the community is available at
http://www.gossagesager.com/WJMLinks.htm.
Minimum qualifications for the position include an MLS or MLIS from an ALA-
accredited school, a minimum of five years of progressively responsible
public library experience including a least three years supervising a
public library department or directing a smaller public library, and a
strong knowledge of library administration with financial experience,
knowledge of library technologies, and significant staff development and
management experience desired.
Compensation: Hiring salary range $60,000-$70,000 with a competitive
benefits package.
For further information: Contact Dan Bradbury at
[log in to unmask] This opportunity will close January 18,
2009. To apply, please send a cover letter and current resume as
attachments via email to: [log in to unmask]
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