Position Posting - Director - Librarian III
Washington County Library System, Jonesborough TN
Position Description
The Washington County Library Board of Trustees is seeking a visionary creative Director for a suburban two Branch Library system. The ideal candidate will provide leadership and guidance by delivering innovative services to the community and by equipping staff with the tools and support to meet the library needs of these rapidly growing communities.
Historic Jonesborough is home to the International Storytelling Center and is the oldest town in Tennessee. The Gray Branch is slightly north near major highways and businesses adjacent to Johnson City, one of the fastest growing communities in the United States. Eastern Tennessee State University and Ballad Health are major employers. There are ample recreational and outdoor opportunities in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of East Tennessee.
The Branches serve a population of approximately 139,000 people. A successful Director will oversee a budget over $1 million, with direct supervision of Branch Managers and systemwide staff, and indirect supervision of 15 full and part time staff. The Gray Branch is in the midst of an exciting move that will double the facility square footage. Jonesborough Branch has approximate annual numbers of a door count of 40,930 and a circulation of 96,970 items. Gray Branch’s approximate annual visitor count is 32,070 with a circulation of 68,500. The Director is expected to be an integral part of the communities, and to represent the Library System in social settings and with a wide range of stakeholders. The Director reports to a supportive and involved Washington County Library Board of Trustees.
Salary/Status: $65,000-$80,000 with Washington County employee benefits; exempt full time.
Application process
Send a letter of application, and a resume including the names and contact information of three professional references. You will be notified prior to contacting references.
All applications will be acknowledged by return email.
Send applications to: ViceChair@wclibrarytn.org Applications close April 29, 2025.
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, marital status, sex, physical or mental challenge, creed, religion, political affiliation, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation
