Continuing Education Consultant

South Carolina State Library

Main (only) location

Application Deadline

Apply By Apr 2nd, 2017

Wages

$46,000.00 to $55,000.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Columbia, SC

Hours

37.50

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

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Job Description

Under limited supervision of the Director of Library Development, serves as a Public Library Consultant specializing in the area of continuing education (CE) for public library staff. The Consultant works independently and as a cooperative member of the Library Development Services team. The CE Consultant will:

  • Create a statewide CE program for public library staff, with the goal of improving the ability of staff to meet the informational needs of South Carolinians.  
  • Work with internal and external content providers to plan learning events. Develop effective delivery models, schedule and facilitate these events, and coordinate promotional efforts.
  • Consult with public library directors and supervisors via email, telephone, and site visits about CE issues and opportunities for staff.
  • Develop content and execute trainings in person and in electronic formats for defined audiences.
  • Prepare public library staff to become peer trainers. Cultivate a community of peer trainers in SC libraries through regular meetings and communications.
  • Collect, analyze and report data on CE efforts and trainings for the public in libraries statewide.
  • Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the State Library’s CE efforts.   Encourage and assist in the evaluation of libraries’ staff and public training efforts.
  • Support the elements of all agency projects that are related to library staff skill-building and knowledge acquisition.

The South Carolina State Library is the primary administrator of federal and state support for the state's libraries. Headquartered in Columbia, S.C., the State Library develops, supports, and sustains a thriving statewide community of learners committed to making South Carolina stronger. We serve the people of South Carolina by supporting state government and libraries to provide opportunities for learning in a changing environment.

Additional Info & Requirements

The State Library actively promotes professional development and learning opportunities for staff. Work takes place in an office environment. No physically demanding requirements, but ability to retrieve library materials is essential. Limited overnight travel required.

  • Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from consideration for employment.
  • Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work/salary history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed in lieu of a completed state application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
  • Please include a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Reference and background check will be conducted

The Community

 Columbia, South Carolina: 

Columbia combines all the graces of the rich past with the vibrance of the emerging Sun Belt. It's the state capital and home to a major university. One of America's outstanding zoos, Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Gardens, is just minutes from the state capital. The State Museum also tells the colorful history of South Carolina. If you like water sports, Lake Murray is a 50,000-acre playground less than 15 minutes from the heart of the city.

HR Info

Find a full position description and instructions for applying on the South Carolina State Library Jobs List: http://www.statelibrary.sc.gov/jobs/continuing-education-consultant

Posted Mar 6, 2017