State Data Coordinator/Library Program Specialist II, RI Office of Library and Information Services, Providence, RI
Posted November 12, 2015
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform complex professional responsibilities in planning, developing and implementing one or more areas of library, information and consultant services on a statewide basis; to participate in the planning and development of program policies, procedures and standards; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of a superior with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative; work is reviewed through conferences and reports.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May supervise the work of technical and support personnel assigned to assist.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed:
- To perform complex professional responsibilities in planning, implementing and managing one or more areas of library, information and consultant services on a statewide basis.
- To participate in the planning and development of program policies, procedures and standards.
- To be responsible for one project area with subsidiary responsibility for other areas.
- To develop, implement and evaluate library network and local library development projects and related policies and procedures.
- To develop, implement and evaluate library services to the blind and physically handicapped.
- To coordinate the daily operations of the regional library for the blind and physically handicapped.
- To plan and implement training programs for employees and trustees.
- To service as a liaison between libraries, community organizations, and government agencies to disseminate information related to library programs and projects.
- As required, to supervise the work of project staff.
- To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment:
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of library science and the ability to apply such knowledge in the delivery of library, information and consultant services on a statewide basis; a working knowledge of the basic principles of library management including the supervision of subordinate staff; the ability to plan, develop and implement library programs and projects; the ability to plan and implement training programs for employees; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff members, trustees, other governmental agencies and the public; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: possession of a Master’s Degree in Library Science from a graduate library school accredited by the American Library Association; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: at least three years of professional library experience in a governmental, educational, public or private library.
Supplemental Information:
Experience with statistics and data analysis. Familiarity with online technologies, including web development.