About the job
Description And Functions
Open Until Filled
General Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to support the administrative priorities of the State Librarian and contribute to the development of libraries statewide.
This position plays a key role in advancing the mission of the State Library by promoting statewide library development, fostering library cooperation, and ensuring access to reliable information for our customers. As a vital member of the agency’s Management Planning Team, this role provides strategic direction and decision-making support, including serving as Acting State Librarian when needed.
The position manages and implements federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) projects and funding to enhance library services across the state. The successful candidate will collaborate with librarians, library boards, and library foundations, offering expert consultation on a wide range of topics to strengthen the library community and support innovation, growth, and sustainability within the field.
The State of Wyoming’s total compensation package is excellent and includes:
- Paid annual and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Retirement with employer contributions
- Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
- Health insurance with an employer contribution towards premiums
- Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, and short- and long-term disability
- Longevity pay
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to applicants with a Master's Degree (typically in Library Science)
Knowledge
Education
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Library Science)
Experience
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Library Science) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Librarian
OR
Education & Experience Substitution
4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Library Science) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Librarian
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
None
Necessary Special Requirements
Physical Working Conditions
Notes
Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees Enjoy
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
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(CRLI10) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Library Science? Experience definition: (This experience in the following: Library Science)
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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What interests you about this position?
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Describe your experience working with library boards, Friends of the Library, and/or library foundations.
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Describe your experience supervising and supporting a collaborative team of employees.
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Describe your experience researching and managing grants and budgets.
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What do you think is the largest challenge for Wyoming Libraries and how would you provide support to library staff in regards to this challenge?
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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- Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.
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