The City of Lodi is seeking candidates for Library Director. This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits and salary hiring range of $60,860.80 - $77,188.80 (commensurate with experience and qualifications). The Library Director reports to the Lodi Library Board of Trustees. This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the library. It also manages services, programs, library resources, and facilities. The library serves residents of the City of Lodi, the Town of Lodi, and the surrounding region. The Lodi Public Library’s mission is to be a vital partner in the broad community’s quality of life.

The City of Lodi offers a generous benefits package to eligible employees. Eligible employees will contribute to the State of Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and be offered to participate in Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds including Group Health Insurance (with/without dental); Life Insurance; Income Continuation Insurance; and Deferred Compensation benefits. Additionally, the City offers vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay, and paid parental leave.

To apply for this position, you must submit the following with this online City application:

Cover Letter
Resume

General Statement of Job
The statements included in the Position Description reflect, in general, the duties and responsibility of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive.

Under the supervision of the Lodi Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director manages the operations of the library and the development and implementation of its programs. The library serves residents of the City of Lodi, the Town of Lodi, and the surrounding region. The Lodi Public Library’s mission is to be a vital partner in the broad community’s quality of life. The library is committed to lifelong learning through free, non-discriminatory access to diverse information, materials, services, and programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise all library staff and volunteers.
Assist the Library Board with long range planning and policy development.
Organize the acquisitions, access, storage, and control of collections
Design and implement services and programs for users of all ages.
Oversee the maintenance and safety of physical plant.
Respond to citizen requests.
Assist with projects as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Administrative Services

Serve as the Library Board’s executive officer and technical advisor.
Implement policies as established by the Library Board.
Prepare the annual budget for Library Board approval and present it to the City.
Prepare the state annual report for Library Board review and approval.
Manage funds according to established guidelines and maintain accurate records.
Prepare Library Board materials in cooperation with the Library Board President.
Send meeting notices.
Maintain communication with area libraries and the South Central Library System.
Recruit, hire, supervise, evaluate, and terminate (if necessary) staff in conformity with policy and state and federal law.

Management of Library Resources

Direct the selection of materials based on the library’s collection development policy.
Ensure materials are catalogued using accepted standards.
Maintain the public catalog.
Oversee the shelving and organization of materials.
Manage the process for removing unused materials.
Manage the overdue and lost materials notice process.
Maintain an accurate database of user registrations and activities.

Service and Service Promotion

Direct library service programs including:
1. Bibliographies of popular topics and genre collections;
2. Tours for schools, daycares, and homeschooling groups;
3. Informational presentations to local organizations
4. Storytime sessions for children;
5. Teen and adult book discussion sessions;
6. Summer reading programs;
7. Special materials and accommodations for individuals with special needs;
8. Homebound service for residents unable to visit the library.
Provide friendly and efficient assistance to users.
Conduct ongoing evaluations of existing programs, services, policies, and procedures.
Submit improvement recommendations for existing programs, services, policies, and procedures to the Library Board.
Investigate the value, costs, and logistics for adding services.
Assist and guide volunteer programs.
Prepare grant applications.
Maintain program records including the title, description, and number of attendees.
Prepare press releases.

Facilities Management

Oversee the care and maintenance of the building and grounds.
Review building needs and advise the Library Board of issues and/or concerns.

Bachelor’s Degree in from a liberal arts program from an accredited college.
Must possess or be able to obtain Grade 3 Wisconsin Public Librarian Certification.
Must be able to maintain Certification through coursework and/or qualifying continuing education.
A minimum of three years’ progressively responsible public library experience, or five years of experience in a service institution with comparable demands and responsibilities.
Must possess a valid State of Wisconsin driver’s license.
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office products, library related apps and software, and able to learn or use other position specific software.
Strong interpersonal skills, organization and communications skills including the ability to establish and maintain working relationships with officials, employees, and the public.
Knowledge of public library philosophy, principles, and procedures.
Supervise staff and volunteers and delegate responsibility.
Establish priorities and meet deadlines.
Work with governing boards, community groups, and elected officials.
Comprehend technical, statistical, and financial information.
Perform basic computer operations, manage an automated circulation system, and access external databases.
Assume assignments and work the schedule as required by the Library Board.
Maintain records efficiently and accurately.
Maintain attention to detail and ability to complete tasks accurately and thoroughly.
Carryout job responsibilities without direct supervision.

Tools and Equipment Used

Personal computer and standard office equipment

Confidential Data

This is a confidential position requiring discretion in many areas of responsibility
Maintains secure log-ins for the daily business activities of the library

Essential Physical Job Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in an office setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively on the telephone and in person
Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and review, evaluate, and prepare a variety of written/printed documents and text materials
Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office equipment and personal computers
Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to add and remove files from file cabinets, attach cords to equipment and outlets, and sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Statement of Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting, in a library, and occasionally outdoors. The noise level varies from quiet to noisy.

Position Accountability
Reports To: Lodi Library Board of Trustees
Supervision Exercised: Assistant Librarians, Facilities Assistant, Pages

Selection Guidelines
Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, reference check, and job-related tests may be required. Selection procedures may include the administration of written skills examination or actual performance testing; the pre-screening of applicants; formal interviews; background and credit checks, and information verification.

Disclaimer
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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