The North Central Iowa Library Service Area seeks a consultant to provide continuing education and consulting for 83 public libraries in a 13-county area in north central Iowa.

Coordinates continuing education; consults with librarians and trustees on-site and through e-mail, telephone, the web, and in person; trains in online searching, interlibrary loan, and e-rate; manages statewide programs for the Summer Library Program.

The ability to work effectively with librarians in communities ranging in size from 165 to 35,000 is essential.

MLS preferred; will consider candidates with a Bachelors Degree with expectation of acquiring an MLS. Experience as a professional and/or administrative-level librarian, library consultant, or library trainer preferred. Training and experience in library automation desired. Valid driver’s license required.

Hiring range: $35,000-$40,000 DOQ; with benefits. Position open until filled; review of applications will begin September 10.

Full job description available at: http://www.nclsa.lib.ia.us/consultant.htm.

Send letter of application and resume to Barbara Shultz, Administrator, North Central Iowa Library Service Area, 22 N. Georgia, Suite 208, Mason City, IA 50401; bshultz@nclsa.lib.ia.us