Continuing Education Senior Consultant - Non-Classified

Position Summary The Colorado State Library is seeking a Continuing Education Senior Consultant to spearhead statewide training and professional development programs. This role serves as a subject‑matter expert, consulting with local libraries, analyzing program data, and representing the agency in national forums. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership (60%) Coordinate statewide professional development to library staff, including prioritizing continuing education, establishing competencies and standards, hiring subject specialists, and providing training both in‑person and online. Develop, maintain, and expand online learning resources for library staff professional development in response to library trends and innovations. Design and conduct assessment and evaluation for continuing education for public, school, and academic libraries. Partner with outside agencies on professional development opportunities for library staff. Evaluate existing and emerging technologies that could be used by the State Library and other library staff to improve training and learning in libraries. Evaluate all data collected from continuing education activities to drive continuous improvement. Provide consultation and training to State Library staff and others on best practices for user experience design, instructional design, and presentation tools including video and audio production, web synchronous and asynchronous training. Continuously expand expertise on library trends and issues through self‑directed learning, formal education opportunities, and attending regional, state, and national meetings and conferences as funding allows. Serve as an instructional leader by staying current with and applying principles and practices of adult learning and guiding others in the State Library (and Colorado Department of Education) and the library community on research‑based instructional design. Resource Management (20%) Manage and distribute all State Library continuing education resources and relevant partner organization materials. Oversee, evaluate, and refine continuing education services web content and ensure all accessibility standards are met for all digital assets. Create curated digital and physical learning materials for use by library professionals. Teamwork (20%) Participate as an active library development team member to establish and accomplish unit goals, priorities, and objectives. Share new learning from formal and informal professional development opportunities with State Library colleagues to identify crossover collaboration areas. Seek partnership opportunities with colleagues in other Colorado Department of Education units and other state library agencies. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Six (6) years of experience only, OR a combination of education and experience totaling six (6) years. A Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an accredited college or university. At least six (6) years of relevant professional library experience. Qualifications for Success in the Position At least four years of demonstrated experience in training, adult education, or project management. Professional experience in designing and facilitating training for adult learners. Professional experience in presenting at conferences/workshops. Formal or informal mentoring experience. Knowledge Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual, instructor‑led training tools. Awareness of issues and trends related to library service, including but not limited to customer service trends and branch leadership. Comprehensive understanding of adult learning strategies. Proficiency in growth mindset, assets‑based coaching, design thinking, and community systems building. Knowledge of requirements for creating accessible training and documents. Skills Designing and facilitating in‑person, virtual, and blended training, presentations, and other adult learning opportunities. Project planning, management, and evaluation, including demonstrated success with grant projects. Mastery of MS Office (Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel). Mastery of Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms). Mastery of a variety of video call, webinar, and virtual conferencing platforms. Analyzing data and using results to inform project planning. Abilities Work independently and collaboratively in a remote/hybrid environment. Provide impactful, encouraging, and timely training and consultation services to library staff based on their unique needs. Develop and maintain strategic relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and partners. Build strong communities of practice and collaborative systems. Travel regularly to local, regional, state, and/or national events to facilitate training and conduct site visits. Demonstrate ability to prioritize and organize work to accommodate changing needs and meet deadlines. Demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to work. Identify problems and recommend solutions before standard processes are jeopardized. Conditions of Employment (Required) Must submit to pre‑screening process and pass a background check. Extended schedule per business needs. Valid Colorado Driver’s License or authorized fleet vehicle operation required for travel. Sign acknowledgment that this position is funded through federal funds and is subject to availability. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The Colorado Department of Education is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building inclusive and innovative work environments. In all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We assist individuals who have a disability with reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interview, and selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr