Job Opening-- Rice Lake Library Director

Rice Lake Public Library — Director
The Rice Lake Public Library is seeking a full-time Director The ideal candidate will possess an ALA-accredited MLS, have at least five years of professional library experience (including at least two years in a progressively responsible administrative position) and be eligible for a Grade 1 Library Director Certification issued by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, possess strong communication, organizational, public relations and supervisory skills. They will also have experience with budgets, planning, grant-writing, administration and library-related technologies. A complete job description is available here.
Salary of $51,000 to $57,000 based on experience and qualifications. Rice Lake is a city of 8,000 in a recreational area in Northwestern Wisconsin within 2 hours of Minneapolis, St. Paul and serves as a commercial hub for the region. The selected applicant will receive a generous benefit package. Residency in the city required within 6 months of hire.
Candidates should submit cover letter, resume and references via email to rlboard@ifls.lib.wi.us. Applications review process begins May 28, 2009, and will continue until position is filled.