Salary: $56,210.00 - $70,674.00 AnnuallyLocation : Richland County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 12232024-1Agency: State LibraryDivision: Library DevelopmentOpening Date: 12/23/2024Closing Date: 1/10/2025 11:59 PM EasternAgency Specific Application Procedures:: All applications must be submitted onlineResidency Requirement: NoClass Code:: AG42Position Number:: 60012350Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)Pay Band: Band 7Hiring Range - Min.: $56,210.00Hiring Range - Max.: $70,674.00Opening Date: 12/23/2024EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerVeteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job ResponsibilitiesWHO WE ARE:The South Carolina State Library (SCSL) serves the people of South Carolina by supporting state government and libraries to provide opportunities for learning in a changing environment. We develop, support, and sustain a thriving statewide community of learners committed to making South Carolina stronger.JOB OPENING:We have a great career opportunity available for a Director of Library Development in our Columbia, South Carolina headquarters. The South Carolina State Library is seeking a creative, detail-oriented person with excellent customer service skills for the Director of Library Development position. This dynamic position oversees the library development department, under the division of statewide development, comprised of library staff responsible for public library consultation, training for public library staff, managing the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant, and programs supporting public libraries and statewide initiatives. The library development department supports excellence for all South Carolina libraries. The Director represents the State Library at meetings, conferences, panels, and committees both statewide and nationally to maintain awareness of trends, and to seek and strengthen partnerships and program opportunities.Responsibilities:
- Ensure the performance, management, and development of the staff in the library development department utilize its full potential in accomplishing the organization's overall mission, strategy, and agency goals
- Supervise employees by applying appropriate management principles according to South Carolina State Library (SCSL) policy and procedures, completing Employee Performance Management System timely and accurately, and monitoring employee progress toward goal attainment
- Communicate expectations and help employees with performance improvement, professional development, and skills/competency development
- Coordinate consulting services to library systems in various policy and program areas
- Work directly in a consultative capacity with public library stakeholders on administrative and operational issues
- Keep abreast of changing trends, issues, and challenges in public libraries in order to assess and implement training and support services
- Oversee library development department, which includes statewide program coordinators and library development consultants by specialty area, and perform library development consulting as needed
- Oversee the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Grants to States, Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) program and the Grant Administrator as well as the State Data Coordinator's collection of annual library statistics, a statewide continuing education program, services for early literacy, youth, and teens, and all other general library administration, management, and services
- Oversee the budget for library development and assist with oversight of the LSTA grant and subgrants
- Research and write reports and documents required by the agency
- Serve on internal committees
- Give regular presentations at meetings, events, and conferences
- Serve on Agency Leadership Team
If you are looking for an organization that offers:
- a collaborative and inclusive work environment
- an excellent work culture
- paid professional memberships
- professional development and learning opportunities for staff
- tuition assistance
- an opportunity to work with professionals that are passionate about delivering exceptional results and advancing the mission and vision of their organization
Then South Carolina State Library is the organization for you!WHAT WE BELIEVE:We outwardly demonstrate who we are as an organization through our values. Our people are our greatest resource and our values drive our people.
- Communication:We believe communication in every direction and through multiple methods is essential to doing our work at the highest level. As an information organization, we use a transparent process for decision making which encourages creativity and fosters collaboration among staff and our community.
- Flexibility:An agile organization is one that can change course to provide better services. We define our organization in this way and pride ourselves in being good stewards of all resources.
- Community Driven: Our community is the state. Our value is demonstrated in what we are able to give back as public servants. We believe that by remaining open to our community's needs, we can personalize experiences for individuals and groups.
- Inclusivity:We strive to expand opportunities to better connect with others and break down barriers. Integrity, respect, and equality guide our performance and we are committed to hiring staff that reflect our community.
- Professionalism:Our staff model professionalism by providing a welcoming environment, excellent customer service, valuing diversity, and supporting multiple methods of service delivery. A well-trained and knowledgeable staff is our greatest asset.
Need more reasons to apply?SCSL is committed to providing our employees with a collaborative and inclusive work environment that provides challenging work, personal and professional growth, and a work/life balance. In addition to all the great perks we've already shared, we also offer:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, and more
- 15 days of annual leave per year
- 15 days of sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Team Building Activities - We believe in growing together
Don't miss this great opportunity to take your career to the next level! Apply today. As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age (over 40), sex, including pregnancy and childbirth (or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A masters' degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited college or university
- Six (6) years professional library experience, with supervisory experience
- Knowledge of public library administration and current library organization, procedures, and services
- Knowledge of collection development principles and intellectual freedom policies and procedures
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations which apply to library administration
- Knowledge and experience of reference work and automated library systems, as well as working knowledge of technology used in library services
- Knowledge of sources of information and reference techniques for the assigned program area
- Strong financial knowledge including budgeting, planning, and other general financial operations with an emphasis on library finance
- Ability to provide professional consultation and manage other consultants
- General knowledge of human resources and employment practices
- Ability to coordinate, plan, and direct work for professional and technical staff
- Communicate effectively (orally and in writing); strong comfort level with public speaking to groups large and small
- Strong writing skills (writing sample is required - see additional comments)
- Prepare and deliver presentations to various audiences and visual presentations
- Organize and present through reports, familiarity with data collection and using statistics
- Ability to network and establish partnerships
- Strong management and analytical skills
Additional CommentsWork takes place in an office environment. Overnight travel may be expected for this position when attending conferences and work-related presentations. Some local travel is expected. Occasional work on evenings and weekends.
- Include a sample of your professional writing of at least two pages, on any topic related to public library interests.
- Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from consideration for employment.
- Complete the state application to include all current and previous work/salary history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed in lieu of a completed state application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
- Include a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Reference and background check will be conducted.
Benefits for State EmployeesThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.01 Do you have a masters' degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited college or university?
02 Do you have a minimum of six (6) years of professional library experience which includes supervisory experience?
03 Would you accept a salary within the agency hiring range of $56,210.00 - $70,674.00?
04 Describe a completed project of your own that required compiling and presenting detailed information in an organized way to an audience (either as a written report or other presentation format. (Two pages minimum.) 05 Did you include your professional writing of at least two pages, on any topic related to public library interests, as required in our additional comments section? If not, please email the writing to Rashad Hickson at ...@statelibrary.sc.gov. Your application will not be considered without this requirement. 06 Are you comfortable speaking in front of large audiences and give an example of when and where you presented in front of a group? 07 Where did you hear about this position? Required Question