Kate Niehoff

Kate Niehoff is an experienced library professional currently serving as the Director of Consulting and Continuing Education at the Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) since January 2024. Prior to this role, Kate worked at the Schaumburg Township District Library from 2012 to December 2023, holding positions such as Director of Community Engagement & Partnerships, Program & Outreach Manager, and Popular Services Librarian. Earlier experience includes roles as Program Services Manager at Arlington Heights Memorial Library, Adult Services Manager at Forest Park Public Library, and Reference Librarian at Melrose Park Public Library. Kate holds a Master of Library & Information Science from Dominican University and a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia.