System Director - Georgia Public Library service : Job Details

Located in the heart of Georgia within an easy drive of the metro Atlanta area, the Twin Lakes Library System seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as System Director. Milledgeville, the county seat, is a charming historic town with a picturesque downtown and abundant community spirit. Baldwin County hosts access to Lake Sinclair, several walking and biking trails, and a regional airport.

The library, with a budget of nearly $1 million and three branches, serves almost 50,000 residents who reside in the City of Milledgeville and Baldwin County. The library is embarking on a major renovation project that will allow the library to continue to provide outstanding library services to the community from its main branch.

This Director opening is a great opportunity for someone who wants to lead the library as it continues to embrace its vital role in the life of this friendly and supportive community.

Salary is negotiable based on experience. Excellent benefits.

Please visit www.tllsga.org/employment for details and to apply. We welcome inquiries. Review of applicants will begin Friday, February 12th, 2021.

The person in this position, under the leadership and direction of the Library Board of Trustees, is responsible for planning, organizing, and administering the various operations of the System.

System Director is a 40 hour per week salaried position.

Master's Degree in Library Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited institution. Must possess a working knowledge of accounting, finance, personnel management, data processing, and statistics. Extensive work experience (minimum five years) at an administrative level with an understanding of the legal structure, organization, operation, and finances of the System and any associated funding agencies is required. Must have a valid Professional Librarian's Certificate from the State of Georgia. Must be able to maintain good morale, high level of productivity, have good professional judgment, and be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the Board of Trustees. Applicant must have the ability to work well with the public and be able to supervise the work of others.

Administrative Office, Mary Vinson Memorial Library, 127 E. Hancock St., Milledgeville, GA 31061

Successful applicant needs effective managerial, computer, patron service, written, and oral communication skills. Must maintain good morale, high level of productivity and proficiency, and good professional judgment.