Library director position open at Jefferson City Public Library in Jefferson County. Please see details below.
Matthew
Matthew Jordan, Director
Clinch River Regional Library
Tennessee State Library & Archives
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Library Director – Jefferson City Public Library - Jefferson City, TN
The Jefferson County Public Library Board seeks an enthusiastic and experienced Library Director who is dedicated to public library service. One of four public libraries in Jefferson County, Jefferson City Public Library(JCPL) is a vital part of community life
with a service population of 15,657 in a county of 52,000+ residents. JCPL is a level 3 library in the Clinch River Region. This 16,000 square foot library is located in the City Complex in Jefferson City.
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, the Jefferson City government, as well as the Jefferson County Commission and Finance Department.
Essential duties include anchoring the library as a trusted information resource, directing the library’s finances, budget process, and expenditures of funds, leading the staff team
and volunteers, being the example of exemplary customer service to the residents of Jefferson City.
The Library Director is responsible for the operation and administration of the library; promoting the library both online and within the community; developing partnerships through
civic involvement; maintaining and organizing collections that inspire and engage our community; and developing a team that responds supportively and timely to patrons by providing the right information at the right time. 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, with a
willingness to complete the Public Library Management Institute certificate within an agreed upon time frame. Master of Library Science or Information Science Degree preferred
but not required. Must have the 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, benefits, and application packet are available here.
Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is negotiable. Jefferson County employee benefits are available, including health insurance, paid vacation, and
sick leave.
Please submit completed application and resume’ to:
Personnel
Committee
JCPLS Board
c/o Dandridge Memorial Library
PO Box 339
Dandridge TN 37725
Submission deadline: October 27th or until the position is filled.
Jefferson City Public 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. Douglas and
Cherokee lakes provide ample opportunities for hiking, camping, canoeing, fishing, boating, and many more outdoor activities.
Jefferson County Public Library System Board
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Anjanae Brueland
Director
Jefferson City Public Library
108 City Center
Jefferson City TN 37760
(P) 865-475-9094
(F) 865-475-1253
http://www.jcpls.org
member of the
Jefferson County Public Library System