Director of Library Development Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Director of Library Development South Carolina State Library – 4.5 Columbia, SC Job Details Full-time $56,210 – $70,674 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Statistics 6 years Management Customer service Writing skills Public speaking Master’s degree Analysis skills Supervising experience Attention to detail Library Science Human resources Organizational skills Budgeting Data collection Collection management Senior level Library services Integrated library system Full Job Description Job Summary 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, 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. Duties 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 Oversees library development department, which includes statewide program coordinators and library development consultants by specialty area, and perform library development consulting as needed Oversees the statewide continuing education program, services for early literacy, youth, and teens, and all other general library administration, management, and services Oversees the budget for library development 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 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 Work 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. Everyone must apply at sc careers @ https://careers.sc.gov/ This role is ideal for a dynamic individual who is passionate about development work and eager to make a significant impact within our organization.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$56,210.00 – $70,674.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Education:

Master’s (Required)

Experience:

Public Library :

6 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Columbia, SC 29209 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Columbia, SC 29209: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person