Head of Library Development & Public Library Coordinator
Head of Library Development
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 5 PM
Feel free to call or email anytime!
Please leave a message and I'll respond as soon as possible.
What I Do
- Head of Library Development:
- Manage operations of the Library Development unit, which provides professional development, funding, and projects that help local libraries provide better services to their communities.
- Develop programs for statewide services.
- Administer/manage the State Library and Federal LSTA grant programs.
- Coordinate statewide library training and development initiatives.
- Provide statewide consulting services for libraries of all kinds.
- Represent State Library in state and national capacities (GACL, AHEN, AkLA, ALN, COSLA).
- Public Library Coordinator:
- Provide consulting services on the establishment and administration of public libraries.
- Promote staff development and continuing education.
- Inform libraries of new resources and training opportunities.
- Develop online reference resources for public librarians.
Resources
- Alaska Public Library Chat Registration: A monthly meeting for public library workers across Alaska.
- AK Niche Academy Registration: An online training platform with tutorials relevant to libraries.