Job Type: Full Time Work Schedule

Children’s Librarian/Teen Coordinator

Position Reports to Library Director

Positions Supervised: None

Location: 216 W. Market Street, Somerville, TN 38068

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday hours vary 9:00 AM-5:00 PM; Thursdays – 12:00-8:00 PM

Saturdays – 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

 

Job Overview:

The Children’s Librarian/Teen Coordinator is a full-time position (40 hours per week) at the Somerville Fayette County Library, located at 216 W. Market Street, Somerville, TN. This role is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering library services and programs for children and teens, in accordance with the library’s policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and lead weekly story times for children.
  • Develop and execute educational programs for children and youth of all ages.
  • Organize and manage the library’s Summer Reading Program.
  • Engage with local schools and childcare centers for outreach initiatives. Facilitate the library’s 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program.
  • Assist with the selection and acquisition of children’s and youth-related materials.
  • Develop and recommend policies and procedures for the library’s youth services. Create training materials for in-house use as needed.
  • Compile statistics and reports for the department as required.
  • Provide cross-training and help at the circulation desk as necessary.
  • Ensure adherence to library policies and procedures.
  • Participate in professional development through workshops and training. Perform general circulation duties.
  • Assist in managing the library’s social media presence.
  • Handle phone inquiries as needed.
  • Participate in regional youth services programs.
  • Plan and lead homeschool programs, including STEM and Lego activities.
  • Supervise and coordinate the Teen Advisory Board.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong customer service skills with a professional and courteous approach.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive, Canva, and internet research.
  • Familiarity with children’s and young adult literature, including current authors and trends.
  • Ability to learn and apply professional library principles and practices.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize effectively.
  • Capable of operating basic office equipment.
  • Open to constructive criticism and feedback.
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Basic math skills (including handling money and making change).

Education, Experience, and Training:

  • Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in children’s services-related field.
  • Preferred: Master of Library Information and Science.
  • Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Highly preferred: Experience working with youth of all ages. Library experience is highly desired.
  • A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Physical:

  • Ability to stand for extended periods.
  • Capable of lifting books and other library materials up to 45 lbs.
  • Regular use of computer keyboards requiring hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity. Ability to stay focused with regular interruptions.
  • Tolerance for the minimal noise associated with children’s activities.
  • Ability to handle odors from people, materials, and the library environment.
  • Comfortable working in varying temperature conditions.

Mental:

  • Must be flexible, creative, and patient.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
  • Capable of working with a diverse range of individuals in various settings.

 

Contact Sissy Dowdle-Rosser, Executive Director at: sdrosser.sfcl@gmail.com or 901-465-5248

Deputy Chief of Operations

Position Title: Deputy Chief of Operations

FLSA Status: Exempt – Executive Exemption

Reports To: Fire Chief

Starting Pay: $60,000-$65,000 DOE

ALL RESUMES WITH COVER LETTER ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

Position Summary:

The Deputy Chief of Operations serves as the second-in-command of the Fayette County Fire Department, providing high-level executive leadership, operational oversight, and administrative support to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of emergency services across a large and complex jurisdiction. Under the general direction of the Fire Chief, the Deputy Chief of Operations plays a pivotal role in managing daily operations, supervising personnel, developing department-wide strategies, and coordinating major incidents.

Fayette County Fire Department operates 10 fire stations, maintains over 52 pieces of emergency apparatus, and provides fire protection, EMS, rescue, and disaster response across 704 square miles. The department currently includes 6 career personnel and more than 125 active volunteers. This position carries substantial authority and responsibility, requiring deep knowledge of fire and EMS operations, personnel management, public administration, and community engagement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Operational Command & Oversight

  • Provides direct oversight of daily fire, rescue, and EMS operations across all 10 stations.
  • Responds to major alarms, assumes incident command as necessary, and ensures adherence to ICS/NIMS protocols.
  • Supervises Command staff, District Chiefs, and all officers within the 10 Districts; and ensures staffing and readiness of all apparatus (52+ units).
  • Monitor and evaluate vehicle utilization metrics, fuel consumption, and repair trends to make informed decisions on replacement cycles and equipment upgrades.
  • Oversee specification development and procurement processes for new vehicles, coordinating directly with manufacturers and vendors to ensure functionality and reliability.

Leadership & Personnel Management

  • Coordinates with the Volunteer District Chief or Captain, to support and integrate over 125 volunteers.
  • Participates in hiring, promotions, performance evaluations, corrective action, and workforce planning.
  • Leads training, safety, and professional development initiatives to support readiness and compliance.

Strategic & Administrative Responsibilities

  • Works with the Fire Chief to develop and implement department goals, policies, and operational improvements.
  • Assists in preparation and management of the department’s budget, capital improvement planning, and resource allocation.
  • Reviews incident data, response metrics, and operational efficiency reports to guide decision-making.

Public & Interagency Coordination

  • Represents the department in intergovernmental meetings, mutual aid coordination, regional task forces, and public events.
  • Collaborates with emergency management, law enforcement, county administration, and community organizations.
  • Engages in public education, fire prevention programs, and disaster preparedness outreach.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associates degree required in Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Services Management, or related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in fire service, 10 years minimum at a career dept., with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Must have Volunteer Firefighter documented leadership experience.
  • State certifications: IFSAC Firefighter II or the TN Commission on Firefighting Firefighter III, Fire Officer I (Fire Officer II, III or IV preferred), Fire Instructor, EMT or higher.
  • Completion of ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to meet departmental driving standards.
  • A combination of education and experience can be considered by the Fire Chief, if some minimum qualifications are not met.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience managing a combination career/volunteer department.
  • Demonstrated success in strategic planning, accreditation, or ISO rating improvement.
  • Experience with grant writing, capital projects, and multi-agency operations.
  • Strong working knowledge of NFPA standards, OSHA regulations, and state fire codes.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Proven leadership in high-volume emergency service environments.
  • Advanced knowledge of incident management, EMS systems, fire prevention, and training methods.
  • Skilled in labor relations, personnel administration, and conflict resolution.
  • Strong communicator with the ability to influence across all levels of government and community stakeholders.
  • Commitment to professional standards, safety, inclusivity, and public service.

Working Conditions:

  • Work is divided between office administration and emergency field response.
  • Subject to emergency call-back, extended shifts, and 24/7 availability.
  • Exposure to hazardous conditions, extreme environments, and high-stress scenarios.

Impact and Value Statement:

The Deputy Chief of Operations position is the operational cornerstone and strategic force multiplier for the Fayette County Fire Department, ensuring the seamless delivery of critical emergency services across a vast and diverse jurisdiction. As second-in-command, this executive leader bridges the gap between vision and execution, translating departmental goals into actionable plans that drive performance, safety, and innovation at every level.

With direct oversight of daily operations spanning 10 fire stations and more than 130 personnel, the Deputy Chief of Operations guarantees that the department is always ready to respond-whether managing large-scale incidents, optimizing apparatus deployment, or advancing training and professional development. Their leadership in integrating career and volunteer staff fosters unity, resilience, and a culture of excellence that strengthens both the department and the community it serves.

The Deputy Chief’s expertise in operational command, resource management, and interagency collaboration directly enhances the department’s effectiveness, elevates public trust, and safeguards lives and property throughout Fayette County. By championing continuous improvement, strategic planning, and community engagement, this role ensures that the fire department not only meets today’s challenges but is also prepared for tomorrow’s demands. The value of the Deputy Chief is reflected in every life protected, every emergency mitigated, and every advancement in service quality and operational readiness.

PLEASE SHARE RESUMES WITH COVER LETTER BELOW. 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

JENNIFER @ 901-466-7130 or jdowdy@fayettetn.us

Economic Development Director

 SUMMARY: Plans, organizes and implements economic and community development functions from conception to completion, including business retention, business attraction and incentive programs, research and planning and organizational capacity and facility development; performs a variety of responsible administrative, professional and technical tasks. Implements economic development goals and objectives for the County, interfaces and coordinates with the development community, local businesses and various County departments and staff. 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Assume management responsibilities for all county services and activities of economic development including attracting increased capital investments and expanding and diversifying employment opportunities; establishes and maintains a private/public partnership for positive long-term economic change and implementation of Fayette County’s core strategies: 

● Support Entrepreneurship Development 

● Workforce Development 

● Business Retention and Expansion 

● Business Recruitment and Marketing 

1. Development of short and long term economic and community development plans, as well as the gathering of information and preparation of studies, reports and recommendations to achieve such goals. 

2. Analyzes existing economic situations relative to business attraction and expansion; review modern techniques for business attraction and retention and negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues; monitors program performance and provides reports to the County Administrator and Board of Commissioners. 

3. Becomes familiar with the existing inventory of available building and businesses in the County and the municipalities. This will include both public and private building and land areas. 

4. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of various economic development programs and efforts. 

5. Manages the development and implementation of economic change through retention, expansion, attraction of commerce and light industry and the creation of incentive zone/programs. 

6. Develop infrastructure (industrial parks, shell buildings, utilities, transportation, etc.) to support business growth and expansion. 

7. Represents the County at appropriate civic, cultural, charitable, business and community activities as well as serves on boards, commissions, committees and organizations related to the areas that are critical to the County’s goals and interest. 

8. Prepares and presents annual budget for approval by the Board of County Commissioners and County Administrator. 

9. Maintains a liaison with various local, state and federal agencies, coordinating projects with agencies as deemed necessary and appropriate. 

10. Provides information and make presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, businesses, individuals, and the public on economic development issues, programs, services and plans. 

11. Oversees the administration of the County’s opportunity zone, Payment-In-Leui-Of- Taxes and other economic development programs. 

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12. Identifies workforce skill needs of the business community and coordinates action with educational and training institutions to develop and provide the appropriate training and educational programs. 

13. Provides project management direction and oversight. 

14. Other duties as assigned. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A strong communicator who expresses him or herself well and builds positive working relationships with other staff members, partners, consultants, funders and community members. 

• A solid background in leadership, management, budget oversight and supervisory experience, 

• Must have demonstrated experience successfully completing time-sensitive and/or high profile projects through collaboration, consensus and creativity. 

• A goal-oriented thinker who has the ability to set clear priorities among multiple tasks and stay focus on project benchmarks and deadlines. 

• Comprehensive knowledge of economic and community development issues, principles and techniques, including state and federal policies and programs, capital improvements programming, applicable regulations and regulatory devices, associated data sources and information systems. 

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related economic development or business field and five years substantial experience in planning, economic and/or community development, business or related field OR equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 

• Experience managing projects and people in a nonprofit, public agency or private company. 

• Direct experience developing close working relationships with governmental groups at the local, state and federal level, and constituents/stakeholders which might include elected officials, board of directors, employees and other business and community support organizations. 

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

Must be able to communicate effectively (orally and written), possess excellent presentation skills and ability to lead discussions and meetings. 

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: 

Basic knowledge of math skills and accounting required. Ability to formulate and evaluate financial proposals and analyze “deals” 

 

REASONING ABILITY: 

-Must be able to analyze data, determine trends and apply the results. 

-Ability to anticipate reaction from the public, elected officials, business community, governmental agencies to manage various situations. 

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 

Valid Driver’s License 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit and inspect meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification, although the job involves standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Position in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and 

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file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. 

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

Work in predominately an office environment. Mobility to visit/tour construction sites, facilities, businesses, etc. required. Frequent travel (both local and out of the area) required. 

 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

• Annual Salary: depending on qualifications, education, and experience. 

• Medical insurance and Retirement are provided, per program regulations 

• Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance are available 

• Government holidays 

• Sick and vacation days 

 

SELECTION GUIDELINES 

• Formal application 

• Rating of education and experience 

• Oral interview and reference check 

• Job related tests may be required 

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 

Position is open until filled. 

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: 

Fayette County respects, values, and welcomes diversity in our workforce. It is the policy of Fayette County to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. That policy is one of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, age and/or disability. This policy is to be followed in respect to all conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, promotion, placement, training, transfers, discipline, compensation, employee benefits, layoffs, and terminations. 

 

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: 

Applicants for employment with the Fayette County shall be able to perform the essential functions for the position they seek, with or without a reasonable accommodation for a qualified disability, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act. A qualified, disabled individual who, with or without reasonable accommodation, is capable of performing the essential functions for the particular job in question and meets the other requirements of the job and performance requirements, will be given equal consideration in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, and salary. 

The County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to allow disabled employees to perform their essential job functions. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in order to perform your job’s essential functions, please alert the human resources department. 

 

DATE WRITTEN: May 2023 

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For more information and/or to submit a resume, contact: 

Rhea “Skip” Taylor, County Mayor 

Fayette County Mayor’s Office 

P.O. Box 218 

13095 North Main Street 

Somerville, TN 38068 

Office – (901) 465-5202 

Email – mayor@fayettetn.us 

Website – www.fayettetn.us