Library Director – Dandridge Memorial Library - Dandridge, TN

The Jefferson County Library Board seeks an enthusiastic and experienced Library Director who is dedicated to public service. One of four public libraries in Jefferson County, Dandridge Memorial Library (DML) is a vital part of community life with a service population of 18,764 in a county of 52,000+ residents. DML is a level 3 library in the Clinch River Region. It is currently a 3700 square foot building that opened in 1984 and has hopes of expanding to 6,000 square foot in the future, with the help and support of the Dandridge Friends of the Library. The library is located in the downtown historic district of Dandridge, alongside beautiful Douglas Lake.

The Director reports to a nine member Board of Trustees and is responsible for the overall operation and management of the library. The director is expected to work with other library directors in the system, as well as Dandridge city government and Jefferson County Commission.

Essential duties include directing the library’s finances and budget process, directing the expenditures of funds, leading support staff and volunteers, all while providing exemplary customer service to the residents of Dandridge.

The Library Director is responsible for the operation and administration of the library; promoting the library through various civic activities; maintaining and organizing an appropriate stock inventory of reading and viewing materials; and maintaining an adequate stock of supplies necessary for operating a public library. Preferred qualifications include previous experience as a director or branch manager, excellent communication skills, and experience with budgets and planning.

Required qualifications include a High School Diploma plus a minimum two years of college or related experience. Library Science Degree preferred but not required. Must have ability to operate personal computers and software on a routine basis. Knowledge of automated office equipment is desirable. The ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public consisting of all ages and personalities is also required.

The full job description and position requirements are available here.

Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is negotiable from $31,000. Jefferson County employee benefits are available, including health insurance, paid vacation, and sick leave.

Full Time County Employee Benefits available here.

Please submit completed application and resume’ to [log in to unmask] or mail to:

Personnel Committee
C/O Dandridge Memorial Library
PO Box 339
Dandridge TN 37725

Applications are available here.

Submission deadline: June 30th 2016

Dandridge Memorial Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Environment: Jefferson County, population 52,000, is located just east of Knoxville, adjacent to Sevier County and the Great Smoky Mountains, just off of Interstate 40. Dandridge is the county seat of Jefferson and is the second oldest town in Tennessee. Douglas and Cherokee lakes provide ample opportunities for hiking, camping, canoeing, fishing, boating, and many more outdoor activities.

Matthew Jordan, Director

Clinch River Regional Library

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