Job Description
The State Library of Iowa is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable individual to serve as the Consultant for Continuing Education (CE) within the Library Support Network. This role is essential for managing the statewide Continuing Education and Endorsement programs offered by the State Library. This is a hybrid position based in the State Library administrative offices in Des Moines and requires occasional travel and driving throughout the state. This position reports to the Library Program Director. If you're a librarian with a passion for education and advancing the profession, we encourage you to apply.
Why Us?
The work of the State Library of Iowa is centered on providing support and resources to Iowa libraries and information services to the public. Join a group of professionals dedicated to guiding exemplary library service for Iowa’s 544 public libraries to benefit the communities they serve.
What You'll Do:
- Plan and Implement CE Strategy: Lead the CE team to craft an annual training theme and develop recurring and one-off education events for a statewide audience. Orient, train, and instruct Library Support Network regarding the provision of online and in-person continuing education to Iowa librarians.
- Champion Endorsement Program: Work with subject matter experts to review current Endorsement Program tracks for accuracy and relevancy. Identify and develop new tracks as needed. Serve as primary contact for support and training related to the Endorsement Program.
- Evaluate Program Offerings: Regularly assess the continuing education and endorsement programs by collecting and reviewing data from course evaluations and participant feedback to identify opportunities for adaptation and improvement.
- Utilize Educational Technology: Administer and manage the State Library learning management system (LMS). Respond to questions from staff and librarians related to the LMS. Develop web-based courses and evaluations for use in the LMS. Provide statistical and evaluative reports to administration. Evaluate new technologies that could be used to deliver and enhance learning. Set up and troubleshoot technology for remote and in-person presentations.
- Collaboration and Partnerships: Develop local, state, and national partnerships for CE training and potential grant opportunities.
- Build and Maintain Relationships: Cultivate strong professional relationships with local library staff through site visits, phone, email, and other communication methods.
- Travel: This position requires occasional overnight travel and periodic work on evenings and weekends.