La Grange Public Library has a new executive director.
Jennifer Hovanec has accepted the position and is scheduled to begin her new role in La Grange on Jan. 25., according to a news release.
Hovanec has been serving as Circulation Manager at Northbrook Public Library, and as a Trustee for the Villa Park Public Library, the release said. She also served as the Calumet City Public Library Director. Hovanec earned her master’s degree in library science from Dominican University, and her bachelor’s degree in English literature from Benedictine University.
“I am honored to be joining the team at the La Grange Public Library as Executive Director,” Hovanec said in the release. “Both the Board of Trustees and staff wowed me with their enthusiasm for their community and passion for library work. I am looking forward to collaborating with the staff, trustees and community partners throughout the Village of La Grange.”
According to the release, the Library Board of Trustees began a national search for the new executive director in September with the assistance of Bradbury Miller Associates when former director Charity Gallardo accepted the role of Executive Director at Schenectady County Public Library System in Schenectady, New York.
“We are thrilled Jenn will be leading our team. Her broad background in libraries and management, along with her infectious enthusiasm for the patrons and staff, make her a great fit for the La Grange community. We look forward to working with her,” Library Board President Elizabeth Crewe, said.