Library Consultant

State Library Of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Library of Ohio invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of SearchOhio Library Consultant to be located in either Columbus, OH or Caldwell, OH.

The successful candidate will act as the primary contact for SearchOhio member libraries, guide and support library staff, coordinate system upgrades with vendors, and help plan statewide resource sharing activities. A Master’s degree in library science and relevant budgeting/management experience are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in library science from accredited college or university.
• 12 months experience in library science position performing budgeting & project management tasks or in management &/or administration.
• 5 years experience in library science position.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for SearchOhio member libraries, providing ongoing communication, guidance, support, and problem resolution.
• Train library staff on the SearchOhio platform and procedures, using knowledge of multiple integrated library systems.
• Collaborate with vendors, coordinate system enhancements, and support system upgrades.
• Plan, prioritize, evaluate, and organize statewide resource sharing activities.

Skills

Public Speaking

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Listening

Time Management

Decision Making

Education

Master's degree in library science

Budgeting & project management experience (12 months)

Library leadership/administration experience (5 years)

Job description

The State Library of Ohio invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of SearchOhio Library Consultant to be located in either Columbus, OH or Caldwell, OH.

Who is eligible to apply?

Would you enjoy and excel at leading a statewide resource-sharing program? Do you have a passion for supporting libraries as they work to best serve their communities? Do you enjoy traveling throughout Ohio and interacting with library staff? Are you able to convey information clearly and concisely? Do you meet or exceed all the minimum qualifications listed in the Qualifications section for this position? If so, this position may be for you!

What are the position's duties?

• Most of the successful candidate's time will be spent serving as the primary point of contact for SearchOhio member libraries (i.e. providing ongoing communication, guidance, support, problem resolution)
• This position includes responsibilities related to training library staff on the SearchOhio platform and procedures, utilizing knowledge of multiple integrated library systems
• Time will be spent working with vendors, coordinating system enhancements, and supporting system upgrades
• Planning, prioritizing, evaluating, and organizing statewide resource sharing activities will also be a priority.

Master's degree in library science from accredited college or university; 12 mos. exp. in library science position performing budgeting & project management tasks or in management &/or administration; 5 yrs. exp. in library science position.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment may be substituted for the experience requirement.

Job Skills: Library Services

Agency Contact Name and Information

Stephanie Herriott: [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Sep 9, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Other Locations

United States of America-OHIO-Noble County-Caldwell

Compensation

32.69

Schedule

Full-time

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

OEA/Scope

Professional Skills

• Decision Making
• Listening
• Managing Meetings
• Public Speaking
• Time Management
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Agency Overview

About Us: The State Library is a state agency that serves state government, all types of libraries, and residents. The vision of the State Library of Ohio is a Smarter Ohio where Ohioans of all ages access the necessary resources to be engaged residents, excel at their jobs, participate in the workforce, expand their knowledge, and pursue their passions and interests.

Our Mission: The State Library of Ohio inspires and supports literacy and lifelong learning for all Ohioans through access to information, strengthening of communities, and support of exceptional library services.