[LIBJOBS] Spring Hill, TN - Director

LIBRARY DIRECTOR — SPRING HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY

 

The Spring Hill Public Library (TN) Board of Trustees seeks an experienced and energetic leader to direct this outstanding library with its dedicated staff of 10. It has an active Friends of the Library organization. The library has a service population of approximately 32,000 from the City of Spring Hill and surrounding area. Spring Hill is part of the larger Nashville, TN metropolitan area. Residents enjoy an affordable cost of living, strong schools, excellent medical facilities, and many cultural amenities.

 

The Director of the Spring Hill Library reports to a seven member Board of Trustees and is responsible for:

·                     planning and directing the overall operations and management of the Library;

·                     implementing the mission and goals of the Library as set by the Library Board; and

·                     functioning with a maximum degree of latitude for independent action within the scope of policy as set by the Board.

 

Essential duties include:

·                     ensuring a high level of customer service;

·                     implementing strategic plan, goals and objectives;

·                     preparing annual budget for approval by the Board;

·                     directing the expenditure of Library funds;

·                     establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with various agencies and community groups; and

·                     effectively leading and supervising staff and volunteers.

 

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include three years of progressively responsible leadership; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; experience in providing sound fiscal planning and management, and thorough knowledge of current trends, technology, and best practices for organizational management. Preferred qualifications include a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program or its equivalent.

 

Compensation: Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications, with a range of $45,000-$65,000. Benefit package including health insurance, retirement, vacation and sick leave.

 

Please send resume and contact information for three references by electronic submission in PDF or WORD format to dana.deem@tennessee.edu

 

Submission deadline May 15, 2011

 

Spring Hill Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer