HomeMy Public PortalAboutAB 14-189 Introduction of Library Director
McCALL CITY COUNCIL 216 East Park Street
AGENDA BILL McCall, Idaho 83638
Number AB 14-189
Meeting Date October 9, 2014
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SUBJECT:
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Introduction of Library Director
City Manager
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Community Development
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Airport
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Library Board JR
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SUMMARY STATEMENT:
Several qualified applications for the Library Director position were received. The search process was
very thorough, including a national search. Staff and members of the Library Board conducted extensive,
on-site interviews with four finalist candidates. After concluding all interviews, the Library Board
unanimously selected a candidate.
The Library Board extended an offer to Margaret “Meg” Lojek. After all pre-employment steps were
completed by staff, Ms. Lojek was appointed as the Library Director, by the Library Board, at their
September 18, 2014 meeting. Ms. Lojek began work on September 29, 2014.
Ms. Lojek has many years of experience in library administration, as well as experience as a programming
librarian. Ms. Lojek has a Master’s Degree in Literature from the University of Montana, as well as
earning her Idaho State Library Science certification. Ms. Lojek has been awarded the Idaho Governor’s
Brightest Star Award for her contributions to Idaho Public Libraries. Ms. Lojek brings additional skills
and knowledge gained while serving as the Head of Library Services at Concordian International School
in Bangkok, Thailand from 2011 to 2013.
Ms. Lojek’s demonstrated dedication, knowledge, and experience as a library professional make her an
ideal selection as the City of McCall’s Library Director.
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