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The Scott County Library System is currently accepting applications for the position of library director. The Scott County Library System is headquartered in Eldridge, Iowa and serves a population of 26,000 people through a new headquarters, five branches and a bookmobile. The system is governed by a nine person board and funded through a per-capita tax. Additionally, the system boasts a strong foundation and friends groups. The library system has a strong history of cooperation with area Illinois and Iowa libraries and shares a SIRSI system with other members of the Prairie Area Library System. Additionally it participates in Libraries Together, a cooperative project among the four libraries in Scott County founded to provide the citizens of Scott County with better, and more efficient, library services.

Requirements: An ALA -accredited MLS.5+ years of progressively responsible experience in public librariesSignificant budgeting, personnel, long-range planning and library automation experience required.Experience with public relations, grant-writing and facility management desired.

Hiring Range: $58,000 - $65,000 with excellent benefits packageApplications accepted until February 28.

To apply, send cover letter, resume and a minimum of four references to:

Doug Morrell
Board President
Scott County Library System
200 N 6th Ave
Eldridge, IA 52748

Or email to: cdavis@scottcountylibrary.org