Internal DNCR Posting - Only current permanent NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources employees or layoff candidates with the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by G.S. 126 may apply. * THIS IS AN ANTICIPATED VACANCY* This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under DNCR's Telework Policy. Click here to learn about employee perks and benefits Click here to see the Total Compensation Calculator This position is located at: 109 East Jones Street Raleigh, NC 27610 Primary Purpose of Position: The State Library is seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Programs Consultant to join our team. The Programs Consultant will work with Library Development to provide an expert center of knowledge, skills, and resources for North Carolina libraries. Position facilitates and supports effective partnerships by providing leadership, fostering collaborative initiatives, and making resources available to North Carolina libraries. Develops, manages, and implements statewide library programs that meet the needs of communities across the state. It supports libraries in planning, presenting, and evaluating programs and projects.  Promotes and supports excellent library service through outreach and engagement with libraries, representing the State Library around the state and at statewide and national meetings, conferences, and committees. It facilitates and supports effective library partnerships by providing leadership and resources. It also participates in the development of new grant programs, refinement of existing programs, and grant application support and troubleshooting. The primary audience for this position is public library directors, as well as public and academic library staff, involved in planning and delivering library programs and services. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Provides advice to public library directors and staff on programs, services, and resources. * Participates as a library development team member to establish and accomplish division goals and objectives. * Provides outreach to assigned libraries via regular contact through phone calls, emails, and other communication channels; serves as liaison consultant on area of expertise to libraries; provides assistance and advice on matters pertaining to library partnerships and programs; engages with stakeholders to obtain input for planning and developing services. * Conducts annual monitoring of statewide programs to ensure compliance with all statutes, applicable state policies, rules, and procedures. * Identifies, builds, and maintains active collaborations and partnerships with libraries and related organizations. * Serve as an expert resource in working with internal and external customers; plan and develop long-term, strategic partnerships with different levels of library staff * Communicate effectively in oral and written form. * Communicate information about major and/or complex situations to internal and external audiences; serve as a technical resource in developing responses to external audiences Position/Physical Requirements: * Must be able to work Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. * Must have a valid driver's license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment. * Must be able to frequently lift up to 10 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must have or be able to: * Demonstrated experience developing long-term internal and external strategic partnerships. * Demonstrated experience managing and writing grants. * Demonstrated experience developing, presenting and providing training materials. * Demonstrated experience creating, editing, and presenting professional reports and presentations. * Proficient experience with Microsoft Office-Excel/Word.   Management Prefers: Experience interpreting state and federal rules, regulations, and procedures regarding libraries, including LSTA and other grant programs, to library staff, library partner organizations, and other stakeholders. Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. Master's degree in library and information science  OR a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution  AND three years of professional librarian experience related to the area of assignment;  OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Section/Unit Description: SLNC Library Development (LD) provides leadership and expertise to public, community college and academic libraries across North Carolina. LD supports libraries in implementing best practices and innovative services to meet the information needs of all North Carolinians. LD's core services include administering grants, public librarian certification, professional development training, cooperative resource sharing, and consulting services in the areas of adult services & digital literacy, continuing education, data analysis & communication, federal programs, public library management, and youth services. These services promote high-quality, equitable library service throughout North Carolina. Division Description: The State Library of North Carolina provides exceptional library service and exceptional service to libraries, helping North Carolinians live more abundant and purposeful lives. The State Library enriches the lives of North Carolinians through access to information resources, strengthens communities through exceptional library services, and inspires and supports literacy and lifelong learning for all North Carolinians.   For more information visit:  Website: statelibrary.ncdcr.gov  Twitter: @StateLibraryNC  Facebook: @StateLibraryNC   Agency Description: The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov.  We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team! _____________________________________________________________________________________ The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace.  DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.  Application Process Please watch our video here that walks you through each step of the application process.  Be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.      Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.    Degree/College Credit Verification Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.  If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. Veteran's and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.  Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.    Employment Eligibility It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment.   We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).  Sign On Bonus Eligibility To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system, subject to the State Human Resources Act. NEOGOV Technical Assistance If you are having technical issues logging into your account or applying for a position, please review the Get Help/FAQ's information on the website. If you are still experiencing technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. CONTACT INFORMATION:  N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Division of Human Resources Angela Avant-Jones 109 East Jones Street Raleigh, NC 27610 Phone:  919-814-6670 [email protected]