Description

Established in 1961, WVLS:
- Provides innovative and collaborative services for 25 public libraries at 33 locations in 7 counties.
- Has an experienced staff of 10.95 FTEs.
- Has a 2025 population of approximately 291,300, and 2026 revenue and expenditures of approximately $3.7M.
- Oversees operation of a 25-member public library shared automation (Innovative Sierra-based) consortium known as V-Cat.
- Provides technology and network support to public libraries across north and central Wisconsin through a partnership with two other library systems known as LEANWI.

Compensation and Benefits:
- This position is a full-time, salaried position.
- Salary range is $95,000-110,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Excellent benefits package includes insurance (health, dental, vision and life); employer-paid retirement; 12 paid sick days, 10 paid holidays, 20 paid vacation days, and six days of personal leave annually; and the opportunity to participate in the Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program.
- Flexibility with scheduled hours; hybrid remote/in-office work option is negotiable.

Starting Date:
Position to start in May 2026, but initial employment date is negotiable beyond that date.

A full position description may be found here: https://wvls.org/wvls-hiring-system-director/

Requirements

Required Qualifications:
- MLS from an ALA-accredited library school and eligible for Grade I Librarian certification in the state of Wisconsin.
- Minimum of six years progressive management and supervisory experience in a public library or library system setting. 
- Effective communication, organizational, public relations, and supervisory skills.
- Experience with budgeting, strategic planning and developing impactful programs, securing grants, fostering a collaborative environment, and using library-related technologies.
- Have a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel independently.