Western Library System Director (Senior Librarian) Job at State of Nebraska in L

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Hiring Agency: Library Commission - Agency 34

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $29.263

Job Posting: JR2024-00011163 Western Library System Director (Senior Librarian) (Open)

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Job Description:

Exceptional opportunity for a versatile professional to provide services for a multi-type regional library system in a 21-county area in western Nebraska:

• Provide one-on-one consulting to the libraries as requested.
• Plan, organize and present continuing education activities for System library members.
• Maintain an active System public relations program pertaining to System services.
• Coordinate activities of the Western Library System with those of the Nebraska Library Commission.
• Prepare a biennial service plan and budget for the System with the Western Library System board and in coordination with the Nebraska Library Commission.
• Visit and communicate with System members from all library environments.
• Possess knowledge (or be willing and able to gain the knowledge) of traditional and emerging areas in libraries, such as new technologies, and be able to share information about these with others.
• Promote library services through regional, inter-regional and statewide projects.
• Work effectively with a wide variety of people inside and outside the library field.
• Provide timely communication and maintain effective working relationship with the System Board.

The position is located in the Scottsbluff/Gering community in western Nebraska.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association Accredited program OR at least three years of experience in professional library/information work in a specialized area.

Preferred: A postgraduate degree in Library Science or a related field is strongly preferred, as is significant professional experience in a library environment.

Other: Incumbents may be required to possess a valid driver’s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation to perform work-related travel. (This position requires extensive travel and consulting within the System.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The successful candidate will have experience in library-related areas such as administration, collection management, reference, technology, etc. and the ability to work effectively in collaboration with a variety of people inside and outside the library field. Ability to organize, implement and present continuing education activities is also necessary; extensive travel is required.

Hiring Specifications:

• $29.263/hour (overtime exempt)
• Full-time permanent position (normally 40 hours weekly but extended to meet job requirements), Monday through Friday
• Desired starting date: Monday, March 3, 2025

For questions and further details, please contact Jerry Breazile, 402-471-4007.

To apply, you must complete a State of Nebraska job application at http://statejobs.nebraska.gov/. Apply online on or before January 31, 2025.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Equal Opportunity Statement: The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead, go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

Instructions for Applying:

• The employment application is required and is the primary source of information used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements of the job.
• Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are rejected.
• You will not be allowed to change your application after you have applied for a position and you cannot re-apply for the same position unless it is posted again.
• You have the opportunity to attach a resume; however, it should not be used to replace any information asked for on the official application.
• When you have successfully applied for a job, you will receive a confirmation on the screen and your application will be available on your Candidate Home page.

Applicants who need accommodation in the selection process should request this in advance. Requests can be made by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office 1526 K Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE. (402)471-2075.

These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference.