Library Implementation Consultant

Library Systems & Services, LLC; Jurupa Valley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Library Systems & Services, LLC is seeking a Library Advisor to serve Riverside County Library System as a system-wide advisor, implementation leader, and professional resource. The role focuses on sharing expertise, supporting executive priorities, promoting best practices, and facilitating collaboration across branches.

The position emphasizes coaching, training, and organizational effectiveness without supervisory duties, with travel across Riverside County to support implementation and

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent qualifications.
• Significant public library experience demonstrating expertise in library operations, programming, collections, and customer service.
• Experience supporting organizational initiatives, coaching managers, training staff, leading projects, or implementing operational improvements preferred.
• Strong facilitation, communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate without supervisory authority.
• Ability to analyze operational data and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing organizational needs.
• Proficiency with integrated library systems, Microsoft Office, LibraryIQ or comparable reporting tools.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly throughout Riverside County.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to Branch Managers regarding public library operations, programming, collections, customer service, community engagement, and professional library practices.
• Serves as a professional resource by offering guidance, coaching, recommendations, and implementation assistance.
• Advises on operational incidents and recommends appropriate responses; matters requiring executive action are elevated appropriately.
• Supports implementation of executive priorities and organizational initiatives.
• Assist Branch Managers with implementation plans translating organizational priorities into measurable local actions.
• Identifies implementation challenges and collaborates on solutions.
• Participates in cross-functional projects that advance operational excellence.
• Supports orientation and onboarding of new Branch Managers and management staff.
• Identifies training needs and coordinates learning opportunities.
• Assists in facilitating leadership forums, peer-learning sessions, workshops, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Serves as a mentor and professional resource.
• Visits branches to support implementation efforts on behalf of executive Leadership direction, organizational initiatives, operational assessments, and continuous improvement.
• Use LibraryIQ and other approved tools to analyze operational trends and provide recommendations.
• Maintain awareness of current library trends and emerging practices.
• Partners with Collection Management, Literacy Services, Business Operations, Marketing, Facilities, Information Technology, HR, and other departments.
• Encourages Branch Managers to work directly with designated subject-matter experts.
• Supports partnerships, Friends of the Library, programming initiatives, and community engagement.
• May help to assist in the temporary operational support during leadership vacancies or major organizational initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Public library operations

Coaching and mentoring

Facilitation and communication

Data analysis and reporting

Education

MLIS/MLS from an ALA-accredited program

Tools

LibraryIQ or comparable reporting tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Library Systems & Services, LLC is seeking a Library Advisor to serve Riverside County Library System as a system-wide advisor, implementation leader, and professional resource. The role focuses on sharing expertise, supporting executive priorities, promoting best practices, and facilitating collaboration across branches.

The position emphasizes coaching, training, and organizational effectiveness without supervisory duties, with travel across Riverside County to support implementation and