O'Neal Library - Board Position Opening

The O'Neal Library Board is accepting applications for a board position.  Qualified applicants should apply by Friday, May 5 at 5:00pm. You can apply at https://mtnbrook.org, Government, Get Involved, Apply Here, O'Neal Library Board. 

Information for O’Neal Library Board Applicants:

Board Membership

  • Candidates must live in the City of Mountain Brook. 
  • Candidates may not serve on two City of Mountain Brook Boards or Commissions concurrently.
  • The O’Neal Library Board consists of five members appointed by the Mountain Brook City Council.
  • The O’Neal Library Board meets monthly on the third Tuesday at 8:30 am.
  • Terms of service are four years.
  • Each Member shall be appointed for not more than two consecutive terms.
  • Members shall serve without compensation of any kind.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Interest in the library and its services; knowledge through personal use of the library’s print and digital collections; Visits the library regularly
  • Knowledge of the community; a general understanding of the social and economic conditions of the City
  • Active with groups or organizations within the community
  • Lifelong learner interested in learning new things
  • Willingness to spend up to 5 hours per month in preparation for monthly board meetings, meeting attendance, representing the library at meetings and public functions, and advocacy at city events and meetings
  • Willingness to complete Trustee Training as required by the Alabama Public Library Service
  • Ability and willingness to effectively support the strategic plan of the library
  • An open mind and respect for the opinions of others; ability to work well with others, including fellow board members, the library director and staff, other library volunteer groups, city government and the public
  • Ability to think and plan creatively, to question objectively, and use sound judgement in establishing library policies and overseeing library finances
  • Supervise the Library Director and support the director’s administrative decisions

 

 

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