Wegener
will be relocating from Southern California to Tulare County for the position
and has worked in library services for the past 14 years. She has served as a
librarian for Santa Clara County and the City of Lincoln. Her most recent
position as Library Manager was for the City of Long Beach.
"With
her experience in the field, Ms. Wegener will bring significant knowledge to
the County's library system," said Chairman of the Board of Supervisors
Steve Worthley. "Ms. Wegener will be a great asset and we look forward to
having her be a part of our Tulare County family."
As
County Librarian, Wegener will be responsible for all aspects of the Tulare
County Public Library's programs and services, including the review and
management of the library's $5 million annual budget. High on the list of
program priorities is a commitment to maintaining and growing the "READ TO
SUCCEED" Adult Literacy Program, which provides one-on-one tutoring
services and conversation circles at the Literacy Center. The Librarian also
directly supervises the Deputy County Librarian, Literacy Coordinator,
Department Secretary, as well as indirectly supervises a library staff of 40
located at all 15 library branches.
"I
am excited to be the next Tulare County Librarian," said Wegener.
"The work the County and Library does with the community is exemplary and
I plan to continue that work and do even more. I look forward to learning about
Tulare County, the Library and the community."
Wegener
earned a Bachelor of Arts in Child Development from California State
University, Los Angeles and a Master in Library and Information Science from
San Jose State University. She also holds a Certificate in
Management/Supervision from Mission College in Santa Clara and a Certificate in
Public Library Administration from the American Library Association/Allied
Professional Association.
Wegener
will start work with the County of Tulare on February 9 and will earn $110,000
annually.
