As the representative of and visionary for the Tennessee State Library and Archives, the incumbent will serve Tennessee government and its citizens by acquiring, organizing, preserving, and providing access to public and historical records in diverse formats whileworking with federal, state, county and local officials, and Tennesseans with special needs to identify and address community needs and responsibilities.

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library or Info Science from ALA-accredited program and 10 years post-masters experience in libraries in progressively responsible positions.  Supervision of budgets and personnel management for a minimum of 5 years; experience in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce; responsibility for preparing grant proposals, evaluating proposals from other institutions, experience with administering large grants; knowledge of and experience in archival and records management programs; proven record of administrative experience in budgeting, planning, and evaluation; ability to forge partnerships to support programs and services; knowledge of and ability to work successfully with the legislative process in a positive manner; ability to speak before groups and testify before elected or appointed officials. Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills for interpersonal, presentation, negotiation, and consensus-building duties. Ability and willingness to travel frequently and independently.

In addition to an excellent benefits package, the salary for this full-time position is $115,000.

Send letter of application addressing the requirements above and resume by 12/11/09 to Maggie Bahou, Director of HR & OD, TN Dept of State, 312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue, 7th Floor, Nashville, TN 37243 or sos.hr@tn.gov .