Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is in search of a Full-time District Consultant. The District Consultant advises staff, advisory boards, friends’ groups, librarians, library directors, para-professional staff, and municipal officials of the public libraries of the Montgomery County Library District on matters related to collection development, reference and reader’s advisory service, programming, and administration of adult services. This position is based out of the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library and there is a significant amount of travel that is required throughout Montgomery County.

This position also ensures that the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library, in its capacity as District Library Center (DLC) for the public libraries of Montgomery County, provides leadership, support and coordination for services throughout the district. Serves as a liaison between DLC staff and district libraries. Works with district library staff and Boards to develop best library management practices. May serve as liaison between public libraries of Montgomery County and organizations such as social service agencies, governmental and community organizations in furthering literacy needs throughout the district. May be required to act as a non-voting member, on the Board of the Montgomery County Library and Information Network Consortium (MCLINC).

Benefits we provide:

• Salary: $77,000-$80,000 per/year
• Work schedule: 37 hours per week
• Generous paid time off
• Low-cost group health and dental insurance
• No-cost Life and Accidental Insurance
• Retirement Plan (403b plan)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health and Wellness Incentive Program

About Us:

Our mission at Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library (MC-NPL) is to be a gateway to lifelong learning by providing convenient access to resources that inform, educate, entertain, and enrich people’s lives. MC-NPL has been fulfilling our mission for over 225 years. In addition to library services, we also serve as the district center that provides consultation, support and delivers items to all 34 libraries throughout Montgomery County Pennsylvania. In 2022 our main Library, bookmobile services, and four branches circulated over 586,492 items. MC-NPL is committed to serving our communities by providing them with sources of information, entertainment, and knowledge within our libraries and outside of our library walls.

Qualifications for Employment:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited University and Public Librarian certification required.
• Must have at least 5 - 10 years of experience in professional library experience, including 3-5 years in a library administrator role.
• Substantial travel is required. Must be able to travel to all district locations when needed.
• Knowledge and experience using the Microsoft Office
• Successful grant writing experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Potential employment is contingent upon the submission of the results of the following background checks: PA State Police Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Criminal Background Check. Completion of PA State Mandated Reporter Training within 30 days of hire is also required.

Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Patient demographics:

• Adults

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Norristown, PA 19401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person