Librarian receives state certification award

HELENA — The Montana State Library is pleased to announce that Marilyn Trosper, director of the North Lake County Library in Polson, has received her 2012 certificate from the Montana Certification Program for library directors, staff and trustees. The Montana State Library’s certification program works to ensure that Montana’s library patrons receive the best possible library service.

“Library services are changing and today’s librarians have to be knowledgeable in a wide range of areas – from human resources to online information delivery,” said Jennie Stapp, Montana State Librarian. “Additionally, Montana librarians have to work extra hard to provide the best in modern library service in our rural state by making innovative use of technology and resource sharing. Our library certification program rewards the efforts of librarians like Marilyn to keep their skills up to date.”

To receive the Library Administrator Track Certification with specializations in collection management and technical services, library services to the public and library technology, Marilyn earned more than 200 continuing education credits in a four-year period. The certification award is valid until June 2016.

“Montana librarians are public servants and this certification program helps them to provide top-notch service to our state’s citizens,” said Stapp. “Whether a patron needs help looking for work, planning a trip, applying for college scholarships, or just finding a good book for the weekend, our librarians will help them find whatever they need to move forward with their lives.”

Through its statewide programs, the Montana State Library empowers Montanans; enhances learning in families and communities; builds 21st Century skills; and provides opportunities for civic participation. For more information, visit http://msl.mt.gov