Program Manager (Full-Time), Boston Library Consortium, MA

Posted January 24, 2022

Description:

Responsibilities:

This role’s key responsibilities will be cultivating an environment that promotes successful collaboration within and across the BLC member institutions through a comprehensive portfolio of professional development initiatives. The position reports to the Executive Director. In this role, you will…

Lead the planning and execution of all virtual, in-person, and hybrid professional development activities, including the annual membership meeting
Manage all logistics, including registrations, marketing and promotions, and the maintenance of all records, files, and communications associated with professional development activities
Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of all professional development activities and consortial initiatives, measuring outcomes and reporting on progress toward achieving strategic priorities and communicating the value of membership
Engage faculty and staff from the BLC member institutions in regular needs assessment to inform future strategic priorities, promote expertise sharing, and strengthen capacities for knowledge and skill development
Create and maintain documentation, including guidelines, protocols, and best practices to ensure high quality and consistent professional development programming
Manage consultants, instructional designers, and volunteers to create engaging professional development and compelling content
Develop effective mentorship programs for library faculty and staff across areas of specialization, experience, and location
Oversee the design and execution of the BLC’s signature leadership development program, BLC Leads, in coordination with strategic partners and content creators
Coordinate with the Senior Program Coordinator to produce a complementary portfolio of professional development offerings that anticipates member needs and supports opportunities emerging from the BLC Communities and the Innovation Fund
Partner with the executive director in the preparation of external funding proposals to expand and sustain the BLC’s professional development initiatives
Serve as the BLC’s liaison to the Professional Development Alliance, an alliance of library consortia that share and collaborate on professional development activities
Maintain the career postings across the libraries of the BLC member institutions and disseminate opportunities to external associations and partner organizations
Assist in the preparation of meeting agendas, documentation, reports and presentations for various internal and external meetings
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects and events as assigned

Requirements:

A track record of designing, developing, delivering, and evaluating professional development programming
Proven knowledge in instructional design models, learning theories, and online learning
Empathetic communicator with high emotional intelligence
Adaptability, with demonstrated experience successfully coordinating both long-term projects and immediate term, emerging day-to-day challenges
Reputation as a highly trusted member of community spaces you’ve previously been in
Strong judgement to think critically about everything we are doing and ensure that the BLC’s values are infused across all work
Experience with Learning Management Systems and virtual meeting platforms (including Hivebrite SaaS, Sched, and Zoom)
Knowledge of Google Workplace, basic website development, and basic video editing
Residence in the New England region, and ability to travel frequently to the member institutions

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree, plus at least five years’ related work experience, preferably in libraries or higher education.

The BLC recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants presenting other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Compensation:

This is a full-time exempt position with a salary range between $55,000 – $60,000.

Preferred start date:

March 1, 2022

How to Apply:

Applicants can apply and view the full job description at: https://blc.org/page/were-hiring.