Professional Development Office
The Professional Development Office (PDO) supports the advancement and development of library staff in all Indiana libraries for improved services to the citizens of Indiana. The PDO includes specialists in the areas of programming, children’s services, continuing education opportunities, and services available from the Indiana State Library.
PDO Staff
(317) 234-5650 or (800) 451-6028 (Indiana only)
Wendy Knapp - PDO Supervisor - 317-232-3718, wknapp@library.IN.gov
Oversees the work of the Professional Development Office.
Hannah Cox - Regional Coordinator, Eastern Region, 317-605-4518, hcox@library.IN.gov
Acts as liaison for the Indiana State Library for libraries of all types in the eastern part of the state. Special areas of expertise include archives and preservation services.
Beth Meyer - Children’s Services Consultant, 317-234-5649, bmeyer1@library.in.gov
Provides training and consulting services related to children's services throughout the state. Primarily focuses on early literacy, facilitating programs like Collaborative Summer Library Program, Every Child Ready to Read and other initiatives.
Jessica Jacko Barnes - Regional Coordinator, Northern Region, 317-650-8492, jjacko@library.IN.gov
Acts as liaison for the Indiana State Library for libraries of all types in the northern part of the state. Special areas of expertise include reference and circulation services.
Emily Kruse Schaber - Certification Program Director, 317-234-6217, emkruse@library.IN.gov
Administers all aspects of the Public Librarian Certification Program and serves as a consultant to library staff and trustees on certification issues.
Megan Maurer - Regional Coordinator, Western Region, 317-605-3772, memaurer@library.IN.gov
Acts as liaison for the Indiana State Library for libraries of all types in the western part of the state. Special areas of expertise include outreach services for children and adults and young adults.
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