Engagement Consultant, Southern Tier Library System
Job Description
Engagement Consultant, Southern Tier Library System Job Location: Corning, NY Salary Range or Hourly Rate: $46,000 – $51,000 annual Job Description: Southern Tier Library System is accepting applications for the position of Engagement Consultant. The library system seeks an energetic candidate with a vision for 21st century library practices, and a passion for providing meaningful services to 48-member libraries within a team-based, cooperative library system environment.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
This is a level 4 full-time, non-exempt, professional position serving in a leadership role within the Division of Librarianship. The Engagement Consultant provides support to member libraries relative to all aspects and approaches of library operations specific to system-wide digital collections, website development, digital platform instruction, and regional public library awareness. Areas of specialization might include: digital librarianship, website design, brand development, project management, community engagement, relationship building, trending services, leadership, and marketing.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION
Continuing Education: Consistently participates in professional development trainings to stay current on trends and best practices relative to General Statement of Duties. Digital Librarianship: Manages overall digital collections for library system and member libraries with select vendors. Programming: Works to educate, encourage, and support directors, trustees, and staff to lead at high levels of efficiency. Public & Member Awareness: Responsible for overall library system marketing to member libraries and library system communities. Advocacy: Leads library system advocacy programs at local, state, and national levels.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Exhibits innovative, enthusiastic, and adaptive qualities Works a flexible schedule to meet member libraries’ needs Strong desire to enhance digital presence of library system and member libraries Demonstrates leadership skills, and aspires to advance the field forward Works cohesively in a team and project-based environment Communicates successfully in front of audiences, board members, and library staff Expresses a high-level of empathy for libraries and people with diverse skill-sets Ability to collaborate with other library system Divisions and align goals with Plan of Service Proficient in multiple computer applications and technologically savvy
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree from an American Library Association accredited library school, or Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant full-time experience. Strong commitment to providing public library support within fast-paced work environment Valid driver’s license
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of New York State Education laws as they pertain to Public and Association Libraries Prior experience working in digital collections, preservation, or customer service Strong understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice professional practices Commitment to environmental and social sustainability professional practices Professionalism and commitment to the field of library science and information Active participation in State-level initiatives and associations
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Organizes and/or conducts training workshops pertaining to Essential Functions of Position Collaborates with library system MLS team to create system-wide learning opportunities Serves as consultant to member libraries with a focus on digital librarianship and overall public awareness Makes regular site visits to member libraries and meets with directors, trustees, and staff Oversees and maintains library system website and social media with support of library system staff
ADDITIONAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Frequent travel throughout System’s region and quarterly State-wide travel Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable all eligible individuals to perform the essential functions
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range is $46,000 – $51,000 for this 37.5 hour per week position and is commensurate with experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications are due July 26, 2024. Please submit (via e-mail) a meaningful cover letter, resume, and at least three professional references to: Brian Hildreth, Executive Director at [email protected]. Job URL https://www.stls.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Advertisement-Engagement-Consultant.pdf Posting Start Date: Monday, June 10, 2024 Posting End Date: Friday, July 26, 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr