September 3, 2010
State Library of Ohio is seeking nominations for appointment to the State Library Board
The State Library of Ohio is seeking nominations for appointment to the State Library Board. Dr. George W. Paulson of Columbus will finish his second five year term on the Board on December 31, 2010. The new term will begin in early 2011 and end December 31, 2015.
The nominated candidate should have experience in at least one of the following areas:
* As a board member or an employee of a public organization or institution;
* As a board member or former employee of a school, public, academic or specialized library;
* In the development of equal access to information for all Ohio residents; or
* Changing technologies and their impact on libraries.
The State Library Board consists of five members appointed by the State Board of Education. The Board ordinarily meets in January then monthly March through July, including a two-day retreat in April, and again in September, October and December. For information on the specific powers and duties of the State Library Board, please see Chapter 3375.01 of the Ohio Revised Code. The Board will evaluate candidates’ diversity, geographic locations, and relevant experience then select three names to be considered for appointment by the State Board of Education.
Current State Library Board members are:
Lynn Grimshaw, President, of Wheelersburg (term ends 12/31/2014)
Ward Murrey, Vice President, of Caldwell (term ends 12/31/2012)
Dr. George W. Paulson of Columbus (term ends 12/31/2010)
Dr. Andrea Tiktin-Fanti of Uhrichsville (term ends 12/31/2011)
Stephen Wood of Lyndhurst (term ends 12/31/2013)
Current or past board members or former employees of school, public, academic or special libraries will be given first consideration for nomination. However, it should be noted that a person cannot serve on a public library board and on the State Library Board concurrently.
The State Library Board has identified the following top strategic goals for the agency:
Target 1: The State Library will provide high quality library and information services and products to all organizational units of state government.
Target 2: The State Library will serve as a resource to the library community by providing training, consultation and statewide projects which will enhance library service to Ohio residents.
Target 3: The State Library will be a statewide resource in partnership with local libraries to provide library service to Ohio residents. Our emphasis will be on “virtual” information to meet the anytime, anywhere needs of Ohio residents.
Target 4: The State Library will provide support to its internal customers in the areas of fiscal administration, employee relations, information technology, marketing, building services and delivery.
Send a letter of nomination, plus supporting information such as a resume or curriculum vitae and letters of support, by October 8, 2010 (deadline extended to October 15) to:
Ashlee Clark, Executive Secretary to the State Librarian
State Library of Ohio
274 East First Avenue
Columbus, OH 43201