PAY GRADE: 423
CLASS TITLE:LIBRARY PROGRAM SPECIALIST - SES
ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)
This is professional work providing technical assistance and direction for a statewide program of library services in public and state institution libraries and includes working with state and local governments, library administrators, and government appointed library boards, providing leadership and recommending diversified library programs.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)
- Provides technical assistance at the state level to state and local government agencies in the development and implementation of library programs, the identification of continuing education needs and the arrangements of training resources; develops new and/or expanding library programs; reviews and analyzes systems, funding options and programs in relation to state and national standards, local and state comprehensive growth management plans, and state and federal laws, rules, and policies.
- Provides technical assistance in project planning and implementation, assists in reviewing, monitoring and evaluating state and federal grants designed for the establishment and development of library programs and the construction of facilities.
- Provides leadership in the development of and participates in the coordination of programs among different state, local, and community organizations and agencies in order to minimize the duplication of activities and promote efficient and cost effective library networks on the national, state, and local level.
- Assists in developing systems and programs to respond to anticipated future conditions and recommends policy that affects the development of statewide library and information services.
- Plans, coordinates and/or presents statewide and regional library conferences, meetings, and workshops.
- Provides consultative services on comprehensive planning, establishing library systems and networks, developing and evaluating programs, and the obtaining and managing of resources.
- Supervises clerical and/or paraprofessional staff.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)
- Knowledge of the principles, practices and policies of library and information services and programs.
- Knowledge of the techniques for planning, implementing or evaluating library services and programs.
- Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
- Knowledge of principles, practices and policies of public management.
- Knowledge of trends and issues, principles and practices in assigned area of specialization.
- Knowledge of computerized information and library services.
- Ability to plan, write and administer grants.
- Ability to conduct library research, including surveys.
- Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Ability to develop library administrative policies, systems and organizations.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to assert leadership in statewide library development.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to supervise people.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EFFECTIVE:
7/1/2001
HISTORY:
08/02/1990
06/06/1985