Library Consultant, South Carolina State Library, Columbia, SC
Posted February 16, 2017
We serve the people of South Carolina by supporting state government and libraries to provide opportunities for learning in a changing environment. If you have the same commitment to service and learning, join us. Together we can make a difference.
The South Carolina State Library is the primary administrator of federal and state support for the state’s libraries. SCSL bears responsibility for public library development, service for the blind and physically handicapped, and library service to state government agencies. Headquartered in downtown Columbia, SCSL is well-supported with state and federal funds. The State Library succeeds because of the people we employ: Passionate professionals who believe South Carolina library users deserve first-rate resources, services, and support. We are seeking talented, enthusiastic individuals who wish to make a contribution to the development of great public libraries.
The Library Consultant works with public library directors, trustees and staff to encourage best practices in library management and operations. The Consultant is a specialist regarding the policies and procedures that guide and govern libraries, and serves as a resource for public libraries and for the Library Development team on a broad range of library topics.
This Library Consultant is a vital part of the Library Development team and Statewide Development division. Do you have what it takes to:
- Provide advice on best practices for the management and operation of public libraries to directors, staff, and trustees
- Serve as an expert resource in at least two of these areas: Strategic planning; library facilities planning; operational work flow; library advocacy
- Act as a liaison between the State Library and relevant state and national forums and institutions related to the work of public libraries
- Independently identify areas of need in public libraries; research, design and plan for implementation of programs and projects designed to address those needs
All of our Consultants are experts in the field of library service. Specific knowledge and expertise preferred in library policy development, library legislation, advocacy, and trustee relations. Broad knowledge of public library operational and management elements, or ability to develop knowledge rapidly in areas such as organization and administration, procedures and typical services; library staffing; library customer service; library standards and/or statistics, and library facilities planning. Excellent communication skills and high degree of comfort in meeting people of all abilities in professional situations critical to the success of this position. We are looking for a professional who is able work independently and exercise initiative, define personal goals, and contribute to team goal setting and accomplishment of goals.
A master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited college or university and 3-5 years professional experience in a public library position bearing responsibility for a core service area, branch or headquarters facility, or other oversight capacity; public service experience strongly preferred.
Salary:
Hiring Range: $46,000 – $55,000
Find a full position description and instructions for applying on the SC Library Jobs List: http://www.statelibrary.sc.
South Carolina State Library
1500 Senate Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Website: http://www.statelibrary.sc.gov