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Cindy Lancaster Technology Coordinator School of Information Sciences Knoxville, TN 37996 865.974.1405 [log in to unmask]<blocked::mailto:[log in to unmask]> From: <Mcclanahan>, Kitty McClanahan <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Reply-To: Kitty McClanahan <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Date: Thursday, April 4, 2013 10:52 AM To: "[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Subject: [UTSIS-JOBS] FW: Asst. Regional Library Director Cookeville TN State od Tennessee Dept. of State Division of Human Resources and Organizational Development VOICE 1-800-848-0299 JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Assistant Regional Library Director, LOCATION: COOKEVILLE, TN Tennessee State Library and Archives Falling Water River Regional Library Tennessee Department of State Mission The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to exceed the expectations of our customers, the taxpayers, by operating at the highest levels of accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and accountability in a customer-centered environment. Supervisor: Regional Library Director Summary: Performs professional and technical library work in a variety of assignments. Responsible for knowing the libraries in his/her region, developing an intimate understanding of their history, programs and services, goals, strengths and weaknesses. Develops strong business relationships with key personnel at each local library, to be accessible, and to provide guidance and advice to board members and library managers. Assists library boards in policy development and planning; works with local government officials and local library support groups to promote advocacy and awareness; and aids local library directors and staff by providing training, assistance and advice in all areas of public library service. Assists libraries in the region with applying for grants and by serving as a technical advisor for issues related to use of technology in libraries. Travels throughout the region and to attend meetings and training programs at the State Library and Archives in Nashville or in other areas of the state. Duties/Responsibilities: • Assists public library directors and staff by providing training, assistance and guidance in areas including planning, budgeting, supervision, technology, collection development, resource sharing, service improvements, data collection and statistical analysis. • Attends local library board meetings to ascertain and assist with library policy, planning and development. • Plans and presents group and one-on-one training for library services. • Provides assistance with grant preparation. • Serves as technical advisor and consultant to the libraries in the region which may include assistance with E-Rate, coordination of local and wide area network, maintaining websites, hardware and software purchases and technical troubleshooting. • Assists with development of library promotional materials. • Works with library support groups providing advocacy and awareness. • Contributes to reports for local libraries, the regional board, and the State Library and Archives. • Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions which may require overnight travel. • Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: • ALA-accredited Masters Degree in Library or Information Science. • Three years experience in library work, preferably in a public library setting, in an increasingly responsible position. Knowledge and Abilities: • Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills. • Possesses intermediate to advanced skills in computer operations. • Has thorough knowledge of current public library practices and trends, including modern library technology. • Has working knowledge of online library management systems. • Strong organizational skills, including the ability to establish priorities, follow project timelines and meet project deadlines. • Has demonstrated skills in public speaking. • Understands the requirements of adult education and has the ability to plan and present effective library in-service training and continuing education programs. • Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule and travel independently throughout the region and the state. • Requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and speaking. • Must possess a good driving record and valid TN driver’s license. • Ability to move and lift materials of 35 pounds. • Ability to stoop, bend and lift to file and retrieve materials. • Must exhibit the ability to be a positive influence within the region and while representing the region. • Ability to work collegially as part of a team. • Ability to work in an environment with books that contain dust and other allergens. Salary: $3,334 per month plus State of Tennessee benefits package. To apply, please email your letter of interest and resume to Maggie Bahou, Director of HR, [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> by Friday, April 19, 2013. -- From: Maggie Bahou <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Date: Thursday, April 4, 2013 10:37 AM To: Kitty McClanahan <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Subject: job announcement Ms. McClanahan, Would you send out this job announcement to your SIS listservs, both alumni and students? Please let me know if you have questions. Thank you~ Maggie Bahou Maggie Bahou, SPHR Director of Human Resources & Organizational Development Tennessee Department of State 312 Rosa L. 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