Library Consultant Job at Louisiana in Baton Rouge

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 Louisiana’s heritage.

The State Library of Louisiana, its Board of Commissioners and staff value:

• Equal access to information for all citizens
• The literary and cultural heritage of Louisiana
• Intellectual freedom
• Reading

A master's 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 Duties

• This position oversees the development of statewide children and teen programs, mainly the Louisiana Reader's Choice Program and the Summer Reading Program, working with advisory committees, taking a lead role in the assessment of services and collections and providing training 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 probationary appointment. Current permanent status state employees may be required to accept a probationary 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 score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" 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 Wallace

Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism

1051 N. 3rd Street

Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Phone: 225-342-8202

pwallace@crt.la.gov