Library Supervisor/Expert

Position Number:22082055

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: 9/15/2026

Arkansas State Library

Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

Position Summary:

This position oversees the Digital Services unit and administers the state and federal government documents depository programs at the State Library, and serves as system administrator for the digital repository. In addition to normal supervisory functions, management of the Digital Services unit includes the evaluation of workload, workflow and task assignments related to the Arkansas Documents Depository and Federal Depository Library programs, including proposing and implementing needed policy or procedure change. Additional responsibilities include leading internal digitization projects, administration of the online digital repository, and long term preservation planning of both tangible and digital collections.

Essential Duties:

• Administers the State Documents Depository and Federal Depository Library programs at the Arkansas State Library: oversees maintenance of the physical and digital collections; sets priorities and guides workflow for all related staff; proposes potential enhancements and escalates issues to leadership as needed.
• Serves as administrator for digital collections: coordinates all workflows related to the acquisition, ingestion, and long term maintenance of all digital collections, including delivery and developing metadata schemas consistent with ASL cataloging policy and procedure. Serves as main contact with platform vendors and submits support requests as needed.
• Leads internal digitization projects: plans, develops and implements workflows on all aspects of digitization projects across a variety of formats.
• Oversees agency relations: Ensures the library is represented appropriately in communications with numerous external state and federal agencies regarding all facets of the administration of the documents programs.
• Supervises and coordinates the daily workflow of Digital Services staff: Supervises, trains, and evaluates employees. Prepares reports on unit activities. Makes policy and procedural recommendations concerning the unit as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of relevant professional industry standards and tools: General knowledge of current cataloging standards and metadata schemas, trends in digital asset management and preservation, and maintains skill sets in the Library's Digital Asset Management Software, metadata editing tools, SirsiDynix Symphony ILS and related applications.

Position Information

Job Series: Education - Librarians

Classification: Library Supervisor / Expert

Class Code: ELI04P

Pay Grade: SGS08

Salary Range: $63,086 - $93,367

Job Summary

The Library Supervisor / Expert is a highly specialized and experienced professional responsible for providing advanced knowledge and expertise in library science. This role involves designing and implementing innovative library services, conducting research, offering guidance to internal library personnel, and ensuring best practices in library management. The supervisor / expert collaborates with educational agencies, educational institutions, community organizations, and a variety of assorted personnel in an attempt to enhance the quality and accessibility of library services and promote lifelong learning.

Primary Responsibilities

The assignment of supervisory duties is determined by the hiring agency's operational needs. Non-supervisory roles will serve as senior technical experts. Develop and implement advanced library programs, services, and initiatives. Conduct research and analysis to identify trends, best practices, and areas for improvement in library services. Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to internal library personnel, helping them enhance their skills and knowledge. Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of library programs and initiatives, developing recommendations for improvements as needed. Collaborate with educational agencies, educational institutions, community organizations, and a variety of assorted personnel in an attempt to promote library services and initiatives. Design and deliver professional development workshops and training sessions for internal library personnel. Advocate for policies and initiatives that support the advancement of library services and access to information. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to library activities, research findings, and program outcomes. Cultivate a positive and constructive work environment that supports collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Stay current with the latest research, trends, and developments in library science and information management.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Empathy and patience in working with a variety of assorted personnel. Proficiency in using library and information management systems and software.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.

Minimum of 8 years of experience in library management or a related field.

Extensive knowledge of library science principles, practices, and technologies.

Proven experience in conducting research, data analysis, and program evaluation.

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of assorted personnel, including educators, community leaders, and internal library personnel.

Experience in designing and delivering professional development and training programs.

Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to library services.

Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in library science and information management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional library experience in cataloging, technical services, or with a government documents depository program.
• Professional experience with digital asset and metadata management, and related systems administration.
• Practical knowledge of MARC, Dublin Core and other metadata schemas and their applications.
• Software skills: Digital Asset Management applications as a technical user or system administrator (specifically Preservica); Integrated Library System applications as a technical user or system administrator (specifically SirsiDynix Symphony ILS); Cataloging clients (specifically OCLC); MS Office Suite; Digital Imaging/Scanning software, OCR and Image Editing software

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee's demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Little Rock