We Are Committed
To The Communities We Serve
Mission
The Azalea Regional Library System’s mission is to provide constituents with equal access to educational, informational, and recreational print and digital resources and services in order to encourage life-long learning, further development of an informed citizenry, and support the innovative, academic, and creative endeavors of the communities it serves.
Vision
The Azalea Regional Library System envisions a vibrant, connected community with equitable access to knowledge, resources, and opportunities. We foster curiosity and creativity, empowering lifelong learners in a digital world. By promoting literacy, supporting academic growth, and encouraging innovation, we inspire an engaged citizenry to drive positive change.
History
The Azalea Regional Library System has a long and rich history, spanning over 70 years.
1952: Officials from Jasper and Morgan Counties sign an agreement to form the Jasper-Morgan Regional Library
1954: The Eatonton-Putnam County Library joins the Jasper-Morgan Regional Library. The new system is commonly called the Jasper-Morgan-Putnam Regional Library, though not officially changed in the constitution and bylaws.
1958: The Jasper-Morgan Regional Library officially changes its name to the Uncle Remus Regional Library and officially includes the Eatonton-Putnam County Library. The Regional Library serves Jasper, Morgan, and Putnam Counties.
1959: The Hancock County Library becomes part of the Uncle Remus Regional Library.
1986: Walton County joins the Uncle Remus Regional Library. The three (3) Walton libraries located in the City of Loganville, City of Social Circle, and the City of Monroe are now a part of the library system. The system is renamed the Uncle Remus Regional Library System.
1992: The Greene County Library, located in the City of Greensboro, joins the system.
2012: Walnut Grove Library, located in the City of Walnut Grove, is completed and becomes the fourth Walton County Library.
The regional system is now composed of nine (9) member libraries in six (6) counties.
2020: The Azalea Regional Library System is established. The Regional Board of Trustees unanimously vote to change the regional system name from Uncle Remus Regional Library System to Azalea Regional Library System, a name chosen to reflect a moniker that was more representative of the six diverse and unique counties that comprise the regional system. The azalea is the official wildflower for the State of Georgia (adopted April 19, 1979) and blooms from March through August in all parts of the state. Various native species can be found in all of the counties that make up the Azalea Regional Library System.
2021/2022: Georgia’s 2021 Public Library of the Year. The Azalea Regional Library System was recognized for their programming and services that demonstrate knowledge and care for their communities, despite coronavirus pandemic limitations. Azalea Regional Library System reimagined its services and programs during COVID-19, obtaining grants and launching new services in communities that could otherwise not afford them.
2024: The Sparta-Hancock County Library was a finalist for the prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service for their Bee Kind Room which promotes emotional well-being and supports family literacy and economic development. The National Medal is awarded annually by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
AZRLS JOBS
Employment Opportunities
Looking to join the Azalea Team? Current openings are listed below. We are currently transitioning to a new system and are accepting applications via our online application or by USPS.
How to Apply
Online (Recommended): Click the “Apply Here” button below to complete
and submit your application digitally.
Applications may also be delivered or mailed directly to the Regional Administrative Office
at the following address:
Azalea Regional Library System
Attn: HR Dept.
1121 East Avenue
Madison, GA 30650
Important Note: To ensure your application is reviewed, please ensure all sections of the form are completed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
AZRLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the library provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees to discuss necessary accommodations.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and E-Verify authorization. AZRLS is a drug-free workplace.
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Regional HQ-Madison
No available positions at this time.
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Eatonton-Putnam County Library
Substitute – $10/hr, as needed, up to 19 hrs/wk; some weekend & evening work required
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Greene County Library
Substitute - $10/hr, as needed, up to 19 hrs/wk; some weekend & evening work required
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Jasper County Library
No open positions at this time.
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Monroe-Walton County Library
Full-Time Library AssistantClick here for a description of the position and how to apply.
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Morgan County Library
No open positions at this time.
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O'Kelly Memorial Library
No open positions at this time.
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Sparta-Hancock County Library
Substitute - $8.00/hr, as needed, up to 19 hrs/wk; some weekend & evening work required
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W.H. Stanton Memorial Library
No open positions at this time.
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Walnut Grove Library
No open positions at this time.
AZRLS Regional Board of Trustees
Regional Board Meetings for 2026
Thursday, October 01, 2026 at 1:00PM
Regional Board Meetings for 2027
January 14, 2027 at 1:00PM
April 08, 2027 at 1:00PM
August 12, 2027 at 1:00PM
October 14, 2027 at 1:00PM
The Azalea Regional Library System is governed by a Regional Board of Trustees with representatives from nine (9) local library boards. The local Chairs form the Regional Board of Chairs, which hires the Executive Director and handles executive session matters. The Board of Trustees sets policy, approves budgets, accepts audits, evaluates the Director, and provides system oversight, while the Executive Director manages daily operations, facilities, and staff.
The Regional Board meets quarterly in January, April, August, and October, while local member library boards establish their own meeting schedules. Public announcements for all Regional Board Meetings are posted at Regional Headquarters and online under Public Notices and Information. Additionally, notices for member library meetings are published in designated legal organs and at the local library.
The Azalea Regional Library System follows the Georgia Open Meetings Laws (O.C.G.A. § 50-14-1). The Executive Director ensures compliance with the notification requirements of the Open Meetings Law.
Members of the public who wish to address the Regional Board or any Local Board may do so at any scheduled public session Regional Board or Local Board meeting, provided they sign up by 4:30 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the scheduled meeting. The thirty (30) minute session will be equally divided among scheduled speakers, with each individual limited to no more than five (5) minutes. The public may sign up at any member library within AZRLS by providing their name, contact information, amount of time requested, and the subject they wish to address.
Regional Team
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Stacy Brown
Executive Director
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Nancy Condon-Bryan
Deputy Director
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Carmen Boebel
Receiving Associate – InterLibrary Loan (ILL)
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Allison Clark
Finance Manager
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Ivy Corder
Marketing and Outreach Coordinator
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Steven Daniel
Information Technology Manager
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April Davis
Member Services Librarian
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Meghan Fleming
Collections and Resource Management Librarian
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Stacy Reid
Cataloging Associate
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Clay Smith
Facilities Manager
Regional Headquarters Expansion Project
MADISON, GA – January 26, 2026 – The Azalea Regional Library System (AZRLS) is pleased to announce the selection of Hogan Construction Group to provide design-build services for the expansion of the Steve Schaeffer Regional Headquarters Building. Hogan has chosen McMillan, Pazdan, Smith Architecture to provide the design services. This decision is a significant step forward, following a comprehensive and rigorous selection process designed to identify a partner capable of delivering a functional, safe, and aesthetically cohesive addition to the existing facility. Read the entire Press Release.