LIBRARY DIRECTOR — SPRING HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Spring Hill Public Library (TN) Board of Trustees seeks an experienced and 
energetic leader to direct this outstanding library with its dedicated staff of 
10. It has an active Friends of the Library organization. The library has a 
service population of approximately 32,000 from the City of Spring Hill and 
surrounding area. Spring Hill is part of the larger Nashville, TN metropolitan 
area. Residents enjoy an affordable cost of living, strong schools, excellent 
medical facilities, and many cultural amenities.

The Director of the Spring Hill Library reports to a seven member Board of 
Trustees and is responsible for:
       •  planning and directing the overall operations and management of the 
Library;
       •  implementing the mission and goals of the Library as set by the Library 
Board; and
       •  functioning with a maximum degree of latitude for independent action 
within the scope of policy as set by the Board. 

Essential duties include: 
       •  Ensuring a high level of customer service;
       •  implementing strategic plan, goals and objectives;
       •  preparing annual budget for approval by the Board; 
       •  directing the expenditure of Library funds; 
       •  establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with 
various agencies and community groups; and
       •  effectively leading and supervising staff and volunteers.

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include three years of progressively 
responsible leadership; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; 
experience in providing sound fiscal planning and management, and thorough 
knowledge of current trends, technology, and best practices for organizational 
management. Preferred qualifications include a Master's Degree in Library 
Science from an ALA accredited program or its equivalent.

Compensation: Beginning salary: $50,000 - $65,000, depending upon 
qualifications. Benefit package including health insurance, retirement, vacation 
and sick leave.

Please send resume and contact information for three references by electronic 
submission in PDF or WORD format to Mr. Dana Deem: 
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Submission deadline: October 7, 2011

Spring Hill Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer