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Financial Strategy Library Consultant

@ State of Idaho
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Boise, Idaho, United States
$33-$37/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:consulting libraries, developing resources, supporting grants
Requirements Summary:Considerable knowledge of library science and trends, some grants administration experience, experience planning/evaluating library projects, facilitation and training development/presentation skills.
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Idaho Commission for Libraries

 

 

Application Procedure: Prepare a cover letter, resume, and a list of references with at least two former or current supervisors and attach to your candidate profile. Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date. 


About the Agency: The mission of the ICfL is to assist libraries to build the capacity to best serve their communities. We’re looking for a Financial Strategy Library Consultant to join our team in Boise, Idaho. Located in the heart of downtown Boise, the ICfL embodies a people-focused agency with a supportive and friendly culture.


Responsibilities:

  • Stay informed about trends, laws, regulations, and best practices related to nonprofit fundraising, grant administration, and library funding.
  • Consult with and provide problem-solving assistance to library directors, staff, trustees, Friends groups, and foundations regarding financial strategy, grant development, and sustainable library funding strategies.
  • Develop resources and training that strengthen libraries’ long-term financial sustainability, including donor development, strategic partnerships, and community engagement.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate tools, training, and resources related to grant writing, grant management, library donor relations, Friends groups, and library foundations using a variety of accessible delivery methods.
  • Work collaboratively with the ICfL Grants Officer and Grants Specialist to identify funding opportunities, support grant program development, and coordinate grant-related services for Idaho Libraries.
  • Represent the interests and needs of Idaho libraries in local, regional, and national organizations, partnerships, and professional activities related to grants, fundraising, and library financial sustainability.
  • Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations, philanthropic entities, educational institutions, and other partners that support Idaho libraries.
  • Promote awareness of ICfL financial development resources, training opportunities, and grant services through presentations, publications, and communication channels. 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Considerable knowledge of the professional principles and practices of library science.
  • Considerable knowledge of current trends in library services.
  • Some knowledge of grants administration.
  • Experience planning and evaluating projects, programs or services in a library setting.
  • Experience using facilitation, decision-making and problem-solving techniques with groups.
  • Experience planning, developing and presenting training.


Desirable Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in library science or closely related field, or comparable combination of education and experience.


Recruitment Contact: Questions about the position or the application process can be directed to Taylor Potter, Human Resource Business Partner II, at (208) 287-9284 or [email protected].


Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected]. (If you have a contact for applicant accommodations at your agency, please replace the contact information).