The State Library of Iowa is seeking applicants for the position of Library Consultant. This position will coordinate statewide subscription database programs; coordinate the annual school library survey; disseminate information about grant funding for libraries; will serve as the state E-rate coordinator for Iowa public libraries.

Required: Masters degree in Library Science; a minimum of three years, full-time professional librarian experience; effective written and oral communication skills; effective training and presentation skills; the willingness and ability to learn and use new technology. Must be able to lift, carry, and set up training equipment such as computers and data projector. Must have a valid driver's license, drive a vehicle and be able to travel. Willingness to travel overnight and to work occasional evenings and weekends are also required.

Desirable: Previous consulting experience; experience evaluating and using library databases such as EBSCOhost and FirstSearch; experience with library statistical reports such as the Public Library or School Library Annual Survey; grant writing experience; familiarity with the federal E-rate program; effective written and oral communication skills; effective training and presentation skills; the willingness and ability to learn and use new technology.

Salary Minimum: $43,076

Salary Maximum: $65,540

Submit a completed Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise (DAS-HRE) application to the Iowa Department of Administrative Services, Hoover State Office Building, 1305 E Walnut, Des Moines, IA 50319-0150 or fax to (515) 281-7970 by January 7, 2007. Or apply on line at the DAS-HRE website: http://das.hre.iowa.gov/iowa.jobs.html, click on Iowa Jobs for all applicants and then Search openings and enter 3565BR as keywords. In addition to the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources (DAS-HRE) application form, please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 current references (names, addresses, and telephone numbers) to Karen Chapman, Personnel Administrative Assistant, Iowa Department of Education, Grimes State Office Building, 400 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50319-0146, e-mail address education.personnel@iowa.gov by the closing date.