Director
CurrentInspiring the library team to ensure the success of the library district. A multifaceted job that includes operations management, human resources, marketing, and monitoring library trends. Liaison to the non-profit arm, the Jefferson County Library Association. Currently working on a library expansion project that will double the size of the library. Great job, staff, life.AccomplishmentsRefreshed the library logo, updated the website, and initiated consistent branding.Steadily Increasing visibility in the community.Developed a high-functioning, cross-trained team.Implemented an RFID tagging system coordinated with tri-county libraries.Navigated safe library re-opening required by COVID-related shutdown.Reviewed/updated operations, personnel, and purchasing policies, updated job descriptions, and reinstated the annual review and goal-setting processes.Oversaw incorporation of local genealogy center within the libraryWorked with an executor to secure a $500,000 bequestIncreased grant-writing funded projects ($11,000 remodel of children’s area, $5000 building alarm, video, and smoke detector)Updated the physical space of the library.Community Champion of the Year, 2020.