Adult Learning Consultant
Listed on 2026-05-23
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Education / Teaching
Adult Education, Training Consultant, Education Administration, Professional Development
Working Title:
Adult Learning Consultant
Government Operations Consultant II, Position #
Salary: $50,440.00
Posting Closing Date: 06/04/2026
Department of State
Division of Library and Information Services
Bureau of Library Development
Open Competitive
Minimum Qualifications- Six years of direct professional experience or a master’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Demonstrated experience developing, organizing and conducting face‑to‑face and online professional development activities.
- Experience in grant administration, project management or service project implementation.
- Experience developing and implementing projects and programs for adults, seniors or special populations.
- Knowledge of adult learning theory, literacy practices, General Education Development (GED) or English as a Second Language (ESOL) instruction.
- Experience in modern productivity suites (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and collaborative cloud‑based tools, including word processing, spreadsheet management, team communication platforms, document management and video conferencing.
- Cover letter addressing the required knowledge, skills and abilities specified in the advertisement.
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or a master’s degree in adult education, literacy education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), applied linguistics, instructional design, curriculum and instruction, or a related field that supports adult learning and literacy from an accredited institution.
- Professional library experience.
- Experience working with adult learners, literacy programs or English as a Second Language (ESOL) services.
- Experience with project management or program evaluation.
- Experience with data analysis or needs assessment.
Experience with learning management systems (LMS).
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to provide effective customer service and technical assistance.
- Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines.
- Ability to analyze data and prepare clear reports.
- Ability to build productive relationships with internal and external partners.
Statewide Adult Learning and Literacy Support and Development:
Provides statewide leadership for adult learning, literacy and English as a Second Language (ESOL) initiatives that strengthen library services for adult learners across Florida. Designs and delivers professional development opportunities including live training sessions, virtual workshops, webinars, hybrid learning and course series that support 21‑century literacies such as digital, civic, financial, health and workforce skills. Develops best‑practice resources, toolkits and instructional materials that support library staff in planning and implementing adult‑learning programs.
Conducts needs assessments, identifies trends and provides strategic guidance to improve adult learning services. Monitors emerging trends and competencies across adult learning, literacy and ESOL to ensure program relevance and effectiveness. Leads community and state‑agency outreach with partners that support adult learning, literacy, accessibility and lifelong learning, including statewide library networks, adult education associations, literacy coalitions and national communities of practice to strengthen statewide capacity.
Adult Learning and Literacy Consulting and Technical Assistance:
Provides consulting and technical assistance to library staff, administrators and boards to strengthen adult learning, literacy and ESOL services statewide. Responds to inquiries within established time frames and offers tailored solutions and follow‑up support. Advises on program development, community partnerships and service models that support adult learners. Coordinates with community and state‑agency partners that support adult learning, literacy and accessibility to ensure consistent guidance and resource sharing.
Monitors emerging trends and professional development best practices to ensure program relevance and effectiveness. Assists with grant monitoring and reporting for adult learning initiatives. Prepares reports, presentations…
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