Library Consultant, Library Operations – Vermont Department of Libraries (Barre, VT)

Title:  Library Consultant – Library Operations

Application Deadline Date:  02/27/2023
Req ID:  46329
Department:  Libraries
Location: Barre, VT, US
Position Type:  Permanent
Schedule Type:  Full Time
Hourly Rate:  $29.79

Overview

The Vermont Department of Libraries (VTLIB) encourages innovative librarians to apply to serve as Library Consultant for Library Operations. The successful candidate is dedicated to ongoing learning, comfortable with the use of technology, and committed to collaboration. They will provide consulting, instruction, and web and print resource development for the Department, as well as statewide leadership with a focus on library operations. This job calls for a well-organized, diplomatic, and insightful professional who will represent the Department in statewide partnerships and initiatives, apply research-based planning, program development, and assessment, and have knowledge of current library trends.

Major duties include professional development instruction for Vermont public library staff and trustees; collaboration with partner organizations and state agencies on issues related to public libraries, including policy development and trainings; consulting on topics including municipal and non-profit operations, building management, budget and finance, strategic planning, community relations, and library boards. This consultant will serve as a lead in conference planning for library trustees and friends and will develop trainings and web-based content for library staff and trustees. The Library Consultant for Library Operations will be responsible for convening various library networking groups.

The Library Consultant for Library Operations works closely with a team of consultants at the Department to meet a wide range of needs for libraries in VT. This is a great opportunity to assist Vermont Libraries in their work toward a strong and sustainable future!

Visit this link to apply: https://careers.vermont.gov/job/Barre-Library-Consultant-Library-Operations-VT/991939900/

– Posted 2/10/23