Welcome Annie Scott!
The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Annie Scott as the new Library Director for the Jefferson County Library District, in Port Hadlock, WA, beginning on May 19, 2025. With over two decades of experience in library leadership, Annie is known for her collaborative management style, emphasizing inclusivity, staff empowerment, and meaningful community engagement.
“The Library's Board and staff are excited to welcome Annie and look forward to her leadership,” said Vickie K. Norris, Chair of the Library’s Board of Trustees. “We are confident that she will strengthen our library's vision, values, and mission of feeding minds and fueling dreams of our patrons and the larger Jefferson County community.”
Most recently, Annie served as Executive Director of the Nantucket Atheneum in Massachusetts, where she successfully navigated complex administrative challenges, expanded community programming, established essential employee housing, and consistently achieved ambitious fundraising goals. At Basalt Regional Library in Colorado, Annie guided strategic planning initiatives, increased Latino representation among staff, and managed the library's critical response during a devastating wildfire. Earlier in her career, at the New Port Richey Library in Florida, she developed and led award-winning programming that significantly enhanced community engagement and library visibility.
“I am incredibly excited to join the Jefferson County Library District,” Annie said. “I look forward to partnering with the dedicated staff and getting to know this vibrant community, working together to ensure the library continues thriving as an inclusive and essential community resource.”
Committed to responsible fiscal stewardship and transparent governance, Annie has extensive experience collaborating effectively with library boards and trustees, managing budgets thoughtfully, and securing sustainable funding through grants and partnerships.
Annie holds a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from Drexel University. Annie was drawn to the Jefferson County Library District by its vibrant community spirit, natural beauty, and dedicated public service ethos.