STATE LIBRARIAN Job at State of Idaho in Boise

Overview

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The Idaho Commission for Libraries (ICFL) is located in the Executive Branch of state government and is governed by the Board of Library Commissioners, which is appointed by the governor. The State Librarian is the statutory executive officer for the Board of Library Commissioners and manages the administration and operations of the Commission for Libraries in accordance with the rules, policies, and plans promulgated and adopted by the Board. The State Librarian provides vision and leadership for Idaho’s statewide library development program, talking book services, and the digital repository for state publications, and performs related executive work.

Major responsibilities

• Serve as executive officer and advisor to the Board of Library Commissioners for all matters relating to its statutory responsibilities, and make recommendations to the Board consistent with its rules, policies and the agency mission to build the capacity of libraries to better serve their clientele.
• Employ and fix the compensation of all other employees of the Commission who shall be directly responsible to the State Librarian.
• Oversee the administration of the agency including development and implementation of policies, procedures, priorities, short-term and strategic plans, and budgets, and the management and evaluation of employees, facilities, programs, and services.
• Communicate and collaborate with, and represent the Commission to other agencies, libraries, organizations, the Governor’s Office, the Legislature, members of Congress and other federal officers, funding sources, local officials, and the public to carry out the Board’s statutory responsibilities and to further the Commission’s mission.
• Provide vision and leadership to the Commission staff and to the staff and governing bodies of Idaho’s public, school, academic, and special libraries.
• Advocate for strong library services as integral to education and lifelong learning, to our cultural heritage, and to economic and community development in Idaho.
• Provide guidance and assistance to the agency management team and foster an environment that supports collaboration, shared problem-solving, and the values of a learning organization.
• Actively participate in state, regional, and national organizations involved in library and information technology policymaking, legislation, funding, services, and advocacy.

Required Skills and Experience

• Education: Graduate degree from an accredited library school required by statute (I.C. 33-2504).
• Libraries and librarianship: Thorough knowledge of library theory and principles. Broad knowledge of the environment in which libraries operate, issues facing the profession, information access, privacy, and intellectual freedom. Understanding of emerging technologies and their application to library services. Knowledge of federal and state laws affecting libraries.
• Leadership: Demonstrated success in providing strong leadership, managing change, working with a governing board, staff, and the community. Ability to develop and implement rules, policies, and programs; mediation and collaboration skills; ability to articulate positions and build consensus.
• Strategic vision: Ability to conceptualize viable strategies, balance risk and opportunity, and implement plans to position the agency for future direction.
• Administration: Broad knowledge of public administration at local, state, and federal levels; extensive experience in senior policy-making, accountability for outcomes, and coordination of diverse functions.

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI) with a defined lifetime benefit at retirement
• Two voluntary supplemental retirement plans (pre-tax and Roth options)
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective the first of the month following your hire date; contributions can be pretax
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation accrual from day one; can be used immediately after accruing
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Additional perks and discounts through medical providers
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Employee assistance program

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html

Equal Opportunity

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on protected veteran or disability status, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, sex, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. If you require an accommodation, please contact the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare ADA Coordinator at (208) 334-2263 or ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. This position is exempt from the rules of classified service.

To apply

Please complete the application and include a copy of your resume, letter of intent and 3 references to be considered.