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Join the Library Board and staff of The Portage County Public Library as it continues to play its important role as cultural center and community partner. Serving 70,380 people, PCPL operates four facilities: the 45,000 Square foot Main Library located in Stevens Point and three smaller branch libraries located in Almond, Plover, and Rosholt.
With a team of 28 full-time equivalent employees and a $1.7 million dollar budget, the Library circulates 337,000 items annually to 19,600+ registered card holders. Opportunities for the new Director include strategic planning, working with local universities on the fledgling social work internship program, and developing alternative funding streams for library services and programs.
The Area:
Stevens Point is centrally located in Wisconsin and boasts a historic and cultural downtown home to museums, art galleries, the Wisconsin Riverfront Park, and dozens of unique restaurants.
In 2014, the Stevens Point Mid-State Technical College relocated downtown with a beautiful new campus, just a block away from the Main Library. The University of Wisconsin Stevens Point is also located only a short drive away, and offers a wide range of cultural events and
attractions such as the Carlsten Gallery and the UWSP Museum of Natural History. It is home to the Nelis R. Kampenga Archives and Area Research Center as well, which houses collections from the Wisconsin and the Portage County Historical Societies.
Nearby, the Green Circle trail will take you on a 27 mile loop through the Stevens Point area that will bring you past outdoor activity areas such as the Stevens Point Sculpture Park, Schmeeckle Reserve, and Yulga Park, which is known for its 18-hole championship level disc golf course.
These and many other attractions and events make Stevens Point a wonderful area to live in and explore.
Position Requirements:
● Master's Degree in Library and Information Services (MLIS) from an accredited college or
university
● Eligibility for Grade 1 Wisconsin Library Certification according to DPI standards
Interested applicants can view the complete job description and apply at https://portagecountyjobs.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2lt3os8dlog. A complete job description is also available on the Portage County Public Library website.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with the initial review of applicants on May 20th. The first round of interviews will be conducted the week of June 2, 2024.
The Library Director is a Portage County employee, with the full benefits package granted to county employees. The salary starts at $91,777 and includes paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, health insurance, dental insurance, a retirement plan, and more. |
