Tre Hargett, Secretary of State

State of Tennessee

Division of Human Resources and Organizational Development

312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, 7th Floor

Nashville, Tennessee 37243-1102

615-741-7411 Tennessee Relay Center TDD

[log in to unmask] 1-800-848-0298/Voice 1-800-848-0299

www.tn.gov/sos

The Department of State is an equal opportunity, equal access employer.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Assistant Director – Part time, Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Tennessee Department of State

Tennessee State Library and Archives

Stones River Regional Library

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 Director

Summary: An employee in this classification performs professional and technical library work in a

variety of assignments on a part-time schedule (20 hours per week). The assistant director is

responsible for knowing the libraries in his/her region, developing an intimate understanding of their

history, programs and services, goals, strengths and weaknesses. The assistant director is expected

to develop 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. The assistant director

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. The assistant

director also assists libraries in the region with applying for grants. The employee will be expected to

travel 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 as directed 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.

 Contributes to reports for local libraries, the regional board, and the State Library and

Archives.

Tre Hargett, Secretary of State

State of Tennessee

Division of Human Resources and Organizational Development

312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, 7th Floor

Nashville, Tennessee 37243-1102

615-741-7411 Tennessee Relay Center TDD

[log in to unmask] 1-800-848-0298/Voice 1-800-848-0299

www.tn.gov/sos

The Department of State is an equal opportunity, equal access employer.

 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 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: $20.00 per hour

To apply, please email your letter of interest and resume to Maggie Bahou, Director of HR, [log in to unmask]

or mail to the above address by Thursday, April 17, 2014