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<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>The
Search Committee at </span></font><a href="http://www.dupagels.lib.il.us/"
target="_blank"><font face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>DuPage Library
System (DLS)</span></font></a><font face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>
welcomes applications for the position of <b><font color="#ff6600"><span
style='color:#FF6600;font-weight:bold'>Executive Director</span></font></b> of
a blended library system serving a diverse population in the greater Chicago area. The ideal candidate will be an astute and dynamic individual who leads
through collaboration and participation, stays abreast of e-merging trends and
technologies in libraries, advocates continuously for the growth and support of
DLS, and demonstrates a deep commitment to serving DLS members and staff.
The incoming Executive Director will bring a track record of success working
with cooperative library systems and will be a forward thinker who translates
vision into reality and steers DLS to the next level of excellence.<br>
<br>
Headquartered in Geneva, Illinois, DLS membership comprises 132 school,
academic, special, and public libraries occupying 388 facilities throughout the
system — and serving a total population of close to 1 million customers
system-wide! Approximately $83 million worth of books and materials are
shared among members. DLS consultants provide member libraries with
automation and technology support, interlibrary loan, professional-development
programs, legislative advocacy, fundraising and grant-writing support, planning
and administrative services, human resources and trustee support, in addition
to serving as a local seat to the Voices of Vision Talking Book Center.<br>
<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>QUALIFICATIONS:</span></b><br>
MLS from an ALA-accredited library education program. Ten (10) years of
professional experience, of which at least five (5) were spent in a high-level
administrative capacity. Previous experience working with regional,
system, or other cooperative library services. Strong leadership abilities in
fundraising, finance/budget, system advocacy, and strategic plan
implementation. The successful candidate will exemplify a philosophy of
excellent customer service and mentorship, will promote system-wide
professional development and networking opportunities, will identify and take
action to raise funds and advocate for support of the system, and will lead
through collaborative decision-making and open communication throughout the
system.<br>
<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>SALARY:</span></b> Compensation package is
commensurate with experience. Excellent work environment!</span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>To
view the full brochure, please copy and paste this URL: <a
href="http://www.libraryassociates.com/system/files/DLS+Executive+Director+Brochure.pdf">http://www.libraryassociates.com/system/files/DLS+Executive+Director+Brochure.pdf</a></span></font></p>
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<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>TO APPLY:</span></b><br>
<br>
Addressing the DLS Search Committee, cover letters and curricula vitae will
illuminate the ideal candidate’s knowledge of the benefits and challenges
associated with cooperative library systems and will be sent to:<br>
<br>
Keith Gurtzweiler<br>
LAC / Library Associates Companies<br>
6500 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 2240<br>
Los Angeles, CA 90048<br>
</span></font><a href="mailto:keith@libraryassociates.com" target="_blank"><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>keith@libraryassociates.com</span></font></a><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'><br>
<br>
<i><span style='font-style:italic'>* Electronic submissions are preferred
*<br>
* Equal Opportunity Employer *</span></i></span></font></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Palatino Linotype";color:blue;
font-weight:bold'>6500 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 2240</span></font></b></p>
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font-weight:bold'>Los Angeles</span></font></b><b><font color=blue
face="Palatino Linotype"><span style='font-family:"Palatino Linotype";
color:blue;font-weight:bold'>, CA 90048</span></font></b></p>
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style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Palatino Linotype";color:#FF9900;
font-weight:bold'>800.987.6794 toll free</span></font></b></p>
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