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ULA Executive Director
Utah Library Association

The Utah Library Association (www.ula.org) is seeking an Executive Director to spearhead its advocacy efforts and manage its web presence. Cover letters and resumes can be sent to ULA President-Elect Andy Spackman (andy_spackman@byu.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Position description and qualifications follow.

ULA Executive Director

Mission
The Executive Director of the Utah Library Association (ULA) supports the ULA mission and activities by managing the ULA web presence and membership records, and by collaborating with the Board of Directors, Legislative Committee, and Public Relations Committee to formulate, organize, and execute strategies for the promotion and advocacy of ULA, libraries, and librarians. The Executive Director reports to the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors and is subject to an annual review prior to
reappointment.

Duties and Responsibilities
* Serves ex-officio as a non-voting member of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee.
* Serves as a permanent member of the Legislative, Public Relations, and Membership Committees.
* Maintains ULA personal and institutional membership records.
* Develops and manages the ULA website, conference website, and electronic mailing lists.
* Builds and maintains relationships with state and local policymakers, officials, and boards in order to advocate on behalf of ULA, libraries, and librarians.
* Monitors legislative and other initiatives or activities relevant to ULA, and assists in disseminating this information.
* Collaborates with Legislative Committee to formulate, organize, and execute strategies for advocacy of ULA, libraries, and librarians.
* Assists Public Relations Committee to formulate, organize, and execute strategies for the promotion of ULA and its activities.
* Assists in preparing the annual budget for the Board's approval.
* Assists in reviewing and updating the strategic plan.
* Works with the Nominating Committee to manage election processes and tally votes.
* Updates and maintains manuals, bylaws, officer directories and similar documents in accordance with current ULA Bylaw, distributing them to all incoming officers and, where appropriate, all ULA members.
* Assists in additional projects under the direction of the Board of Directors.

Qualifications
* Demonstrated commitment to libraries and librarianship, and to advocacy on their behalf.
* Degree in library science, public relations, communications, political science, management, or related field.
* Evidence of experience in marketing, promotions, or advocacy.
* Evidence of experience in web design and maintenance.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative and collegial organization.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Compensation
The Executive Director is an independent contractor and is responsible for his or her own benefits, taxes, and other recordkeeping. The annual salary is $10,000, with an estimated time commitment of 0.15 full time equivalency.

Contact Andy Spackman (andy_spackman@byu.edu) with inquiries.

Posted:1/5/10

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