Jackson Co Library Board Starting Interview Process To Hire New Director
At least 10 people have applied to be the new director of Jackson County’s library as the application portal closed Monday. Rebecca Howell left the position vacant after accepting a new opportunity. Board of Trustees Chair Brandon Korgan said the goal is to have the position filled by February. “Among all the attributes, what we […]
Robinson: Creating A Parks and Rec Director Position Something To Explore
With the full adoption of a Parks and Recreation master plan, it opens discussion for White County to consider establishing a director position. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said he is currently leading the plan’s fulfillment, but daily county operations can be time consuming. “I don’t have the time to divert the attention needed for […]
Cumberland School Board Approves New Director Stepp’s Contract
Cumberland County School Board approved the contract for the new Director of Schools William Stepp at its Thursday night meeting. The board approved the 3-year contract and an annual salary for Stepp at some $107,000. The current Upperman principal nominated for the job earlier this month. Some board members said the contract was a “lowball” […]
Putnam Library Board Starts Screening Process For New Director Next Week
The Putnam County Library Board of Trustees has begun the search for a new library director. Former director Phil Schaller has resigned. Board Chair Harry Ingle said a subcommittee will begin application screenings Monday. “We’re really looking for someone that obviously has experience in a library system,” Ingle said. “At least three years within a […]
Overton Library Board To Begin Interviews For Director Next Month
The Overton County Library Board has eight applicants interested in the library director position. Chairman Jimmy Thompson said a subcommittee of the board will gather on January 4th to review resumes. “A lot of the library things are done on a computer. It’s not just books anymore,” Thompson said. “The library director also has to […]
Fentress Schools Director-Elect Ready To Work Hard
Fentress County Schools Director-Elect Kristi Hall said that her focus for her tenure will be on the kids. Hall said that while she feels grateful for all the support from the community through the process, now the hard work begins. “My number one goal is kids,” Hall said. “I think if we put kids first […]
Hall Selected To Lead Fentress County Schools
Fentress County Board of Education voted Monday night to select Kristi Hall to lead the school system. Hall was one of two finalists for the position narrowed down by the school board. Hall will replace current Director Of Schools Mike Jones who will retire June 30. Hall said she wanted to celebrate the positives of […]
Celina EMS Director Steps Down, Staffing Issues Continue
Celina EMS Director Jason Emerton has stepped down from his position. Paramedic Andy Hall has taken over as interim director. Some other EMS workers also transferred after Emerton’s move, so Hall said he plans to bring up the staffing issue during Tuesday’s Celina Board of Aldermen meeting. “Basically, let them know what we are looking […]
White County Appoints Matt McBride As First Paid EMA Director
White County appointed a new EMA Director Monday night, a newly created, paid position. This is a part-time position with Sparta Firefighter Matt McBride being selected. McBride said this is the type of position a responder works to achieve during their career. “I think it’s fun, it’s fun and I like to help people, I […]
Fentress Co. EMS Director Wants Upgrades
Fentress County Interim EMS Director Jonathan Beaty’s temporary contract is set to expire Tuesday. Beaty told county commissioners Thursday night that if a new agreement for his salary can not be met, Tuesday will be his last day. “The $65,000 for my salary, I am not pending on that,” Beaty said. “If you don’t think […]
