Jason Driver
Library Director at Kitsap Regional Library- Claim this Profile
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LinkedInMar, 2023- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Kitsap Regional Library
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United States
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Libraries
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1 - 100 Employee
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Library Director
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Feb 2022 - Present
The Library Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the Library and is responsible for the strategic planning, organization and direction of Library operations established by the Library Board of Trustees. The Director ensures the effective, efficient delivery of library services responsive to the needs of Kitsap County residents and consistent with the mission and objectives of the Kitsap Regional Library. The Director is employed by and reports to the Library Board of Trustees, recommends policies to the Board, and implements them on the Boards behalf. The Director supervises the Library’s senior management team. Primary Functions of Library Director Office: • Directs the Library’s short and long-range strategic goals • Guides and directs staff on mission, goals, strategic objectives, and standards of service, continually evaluating results and changes as needed • Maintains effective, consistent multi-channel communication with staff, public and community partner/stakeholder groups • Directs and monitors the work of leadership team members providing strategic leadership in the areas of finance, labor relations and collective bargaining, communications, public services and diversity, equity, and inclusion • Institutes and maintains relationships with all community stakeholder groups, public officials, Friends groups and building owners • Fosters sound relationships between Board of Trustees and all stakeholder groups • Attends and actively participates in monthly Board of Trustee meetings, including monthly board committee meetings • Participates in individual and institutional fundraising activities and serves as an ex-officio member of the Kitsap Regional Library Foundation Board of Directors Show less
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Chicago Public Library
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United States
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Libraries
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400 - 500 Employee
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District Chief
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Mar 2020 - Jan 2022
Directly supervises 14 Branch Managers, ensuring consistent library services to neighborhood branches. Oversees staffing needs within the district; evaluates quality of services and programs at branches to ensure community needs are met; oversees development and implementation of new programs and library trends to meet needs of communities; monitors development and maintenance of library collections to meet educational, informational, cultural and recreational needs of communities; monitors facility maintenance and building needs; works with security staff and local law enforcement to ensure security at branches; represents the district and Chicago Public Library on committees, at professional meetings and civic functions; coordinates preparations for the establishment of new branch services or the opening of new branch locations. The District Chief responds to and resolves patron concerns; provides instruction; conducts meetings; performs coaching and mentoring; interprets and ensures implementation of library policies and procedures; submits reports and other written communications as required; and allocates and monitors budget activity to ensure fiscal responsibility as needed. Show less
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Regional Library Director
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Apr 2019 - Mar 2020
Develop, direct and manage programs, services and operations at Chicago Public Library’s newly designated regional library. Supervise unit department heads and oversee a staff of 30+ employees to ensure consistency of services for a 7 day a week, 68 hour agency. Identify and implement goals for library service to patrons of all ages including children, teen and adults. Provide oversight of the physical plan by addressing facility and security needs and work on facility planning projects with CPL administration. Serve as a member of the Chicago Public Library’s Public Services Team as well as the library’s Senior Administrative Team. Show less
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Librarian IV- Branch Manager
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Dec 2018 - Apr 2019
Responsible for overall operation and maintenance of library services. Select, supervise, train, evaluate and mentor staff. Provide reference and reader's advisory assistance (adult and juvenile) using detailed knowledge of print and electronic media. Assist library personnel in responding to requests for information. Prepare reading lists, bibliographies and annotations. Supervise and evaluate HOLDS and interlibrary loans. Develop, plan, conduct and evaluate library orientation and bibliographic instruction in print and electronic resources. Develop, plan, publicize and conduct library programs and exhibits. Supervise preparation of flyers, brochures and library displays. Responsible for maintenance and development of collection, and materials budget. May assist with conversion and holdings edit procedures. Responsible for oversight of conversion and holdings edit procedures and materials processing. Write, implement and evaluate grants. Develop community outreach plan and market collections, programs and services. Represent library at community, civic and other meetings. Work with or develop Friends group. Interpret library policy, procedures and regulations. Actively participate in recruitment efforts and promotion of library career paths. Develop, implement, and evaluate service plans. Operate PCs to access Internet, databases, word processing and office software. Working knowledge of PC/printer/software troubleshooting. Coordinate and followRup 2FM building maintenance, security and custodial issues. Responsible for or supervise preparation of monthly and annual reports, annual budget, statistical reports and documents. Attend meetings, workshops, training courses and committees.Participate or provide leadership in library committee work. Maintain professional development through participation at local, state or national level. Perform related duties as required. Show less
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Librarian III- Early Literacy Specialist
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Aug 2014 - Dec 2018
Manage grants and outside resources to deliver effective projects for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Develop training materials and sessions/workshops for Children's Service staff on early learning and work as a team on ongoing development of Children's Services staff. Create, implement and evaluate early learning strategic plans and strategies. Work with branch Children's Librarians to ensure that early childhood literacy competences are being met and that staff are being assisted as they learn techniques and skills. Develop, design and administer online program components, bibliographies and resources for youth for targeted and system wide initiatives such as the Summer Learning Challenge, Winter Learning Challenge, Best of the Best, Bookamania, library card campaigns and other strategic initiatives. Show less
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Librarian I- Children and Young Adult Services
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Dec 2011 - Aug 2014
Answer reference questions using detailed knowledge of print and electronic media.Maintain and develop children and young adult print collections.Establish and maintain working relationships with schools and community organizations in order to promote library initiatives.Interpret library policies and procedures.Act as person in charge in absence of senior personnel. Create high quality literacy based programs for children and young adults.
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Library Associate
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Oct 2004 - Nov 2011
Children's Library Associate Provide reference assistance (adult and juvenile) using basic knowledge of both print and electronic media.Assist in preparing reading lists, bibliographies and annotations.Provide input to Unit Head and/or Children's Librarian with collection development, maintenance, processing and weeding.Assist with conversion and holdings edit procedures.Visit schools and other community organizations to promote library services to students, teachers and parents.Act as person-in-charge in absence of Unit Head and Librarians.Actively participate in recruitment efforts and promotion of library career paths.Interpret library policy, procedures and regulations to staff members and general public.Assist in preparing reading lists, bibliographies and annotations. Show less
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Education
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Illinois State University
B.A., Psychology -
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
MLIS, Library and Information Science
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