Due to a retirement, the Clear Lake Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking an enthusiastic Library Director with excellent interpersonal skills, creative problem-solving skills, and a desire to serve and promote the library and foster positive community and staff relations.
Job Description: The Library Director is responsible for all library operations including creating, establishing, and implementing plans, programs, and policies adopted by the Board of Trustees. The Director is also responsible for financial management, program and collection development, staff hiring and supervision, facility maintenance and community outreach.
Clear Lake, Iowa is a community of 8,000 residents located on Interstate 35 approximately 110 miles north of Des Moines and 115 miles south of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Clear Lake is the 3rd largest natural body of water in Iowa at almost 3700 acres and is a terrific boating, sailing, fishing, and recreational amenity. It is also utilized in the winter for ice boating and kite flying. Clear Lake is home to the venerable Surf Ballroom and hosts numerous concerts throughout the year. The Community is widely known for its vibrant social activities and numerous festivals and events which draw hundreds of thousands of people throughout the year. It is an outstanding place to live, work and raise a family.