Library Consultant at State of Louisiana

About this Job This position takes a leadership role in the development of children and teen services in public libraries throughout the state acting as a resource for public library staff in all areas of children and teen services.The State Library of Louisiana inspires and supports literacy and lifelong learning for all Louisianans through access to information strengthening communities supporting exceptional library services and preserving Louisianas heritage.The State Library of Louisiana its Board of Commissioners and staff value:Equal access to information for all citizensThe literary and cultural heritage of LouisianaIntellectual freedom andReadingMinimum Qualifications A masters degree in library science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association followed by three years of experience in library services.Job Specification The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:This position oversees the development of statewide children and teen programs mainly the Louisiana Readers Choice Program and the Summer Reading Program working with advisory committees taking a lead role in the assessment of services and collections and providing raining to public library staff.This position acts as the State E-Rate Coordinator and is responsible for assisting libraries throughout the e-rate process and answers general technology administrative personnel and Louisiana library laws questions along with other State Library consultants.This position requires excellent interpersonal skills and credibility as information and services provided must be accurate current and above reproach.This position travels extensively throughout the state representing the State Library in a number of vital venues.Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type:This position is being filled as a probational appointment. Current permanent status state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment.Work Schedule:This position is a full-time position that reports in-office at the State Library.Location: This is a full-time position located at the State Library in Baton Rouge LA.Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. How To Apply:No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy click on the link and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.For further information about this vacancy contact:Pacee WallaceDepartment of Culture Recreation & Tourism1051 N. 3rdStreetBaton Rouge LA 70802Phone: Required Experience:Contract Key Skills Sales Experience,Direct Sales,Hyperion,Financial Services,Financial Concepts,Banking,Oracle EBS,Securities Law,Peoplesoft,Oracle,Financial Management,Workday Employment Type : Unclear Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 4387 - 8608