The Board of Directors of Tenn-Share seek a forward-looking, dynamic Executive Director to run a multi-type statewide library consortium. Tenn-Share serves its member libraries by negotiating discounts, supporting collaborative projects, holding an annual conference and vendor fair, and advocating for libraries. The Executive Director oversees all these activities. See the full job description below.

The Executive Director is full time, exempt. Salary range $60,000 - $70,000, commensurate with experience.

The Tenn-Share office is maintained in the home of the Executive Director; a monthly stipend covers the expense of telephone and Internet access. There is no expectation of face to face business or meetings in the home.

Review of applications will begin February 15, 2021, and will continue until the position is filled. Please send an email with a letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Tenn-Share’s President, Stuart Gaetjens at [log in to unmask]

Specific responsibilities:

Supervise all Tenn-Share operations

Develop operations guidelines and controls; provide administrative leadership to ensure that Tenn-Share maintains strong fiscal, ethical and professional standards
Maintain a procedures manual directing the work of board members, staff, and volunteers
Hire other Tenn-Share staff subject to approval of the Executive Committee; train, supervise, and evaluate staff

Facilitate and cooperate with the Board

Act as a resource and professional advisor to Board of Directors so that policy decisions on all aspects of the organizations activities are well-informed
Create and implement a Board development plan including recruitment, training, and accountability
Propose policies for Board of Directors’ approval; administer approved policies
Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization

Advance Tenn-Share’s public relations

Serve as chief liaison with Tenn-Share member libraries, vendors, sponsors, lawmakers, other organizations and key constituents
Develop and provide information about Tenn-Share’s goals, projects and services
Build collaborative relations with other organizations
Be active in regional/national issues affecting Tenn-Share members, increasing Tenn-Share’s visibility

Provide day-to-day support for Tenn-Share programs

Provide member support: the Executive Director is the primary contact for the organization and provides the first line of support for all inquiries from member libraries.
Negotiate contracts with vendors: The Executive Director secures discounts on databases and services for member libraries.
Plan conferences and meetings: The Executive Director is responsible for the planning and event logistics of an annual vendor fair and membership conference. The executive director plans each Board meeting.
Handle honors and awards materials (calls for nominations, submissions, and prizes) as requested.
Maintain and assure the accuracy of the records of the organization.

Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated leadership qualities including the ability to build teams, delegate tasks and execute plans
Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, communications, and evaluation
Strong organizational, financial, interpersonal and analytical skills
Strong computer skills including productivity suite, desktop publishing, and social media
Must reside in Tennessee

Preferred Qualifications:

MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school and supervisory experience in an academic, public, school or special library
Familiarity with library consortia issues
Experience in negotiating contracts and licenses
Experience in the nonprofit sector

Hours and Compensation:

The Executive Director is full time, exempt. Salary range $60,000 - $70,000, commensurate with experience.