What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian-Adult position at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh?
Librarian-Adult, FT
How to apply: Submit a resume and cover letter with application by July 9, 2026
Job Summary: At Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh we believe in the richness of diversity and we build community, enable learning, provide access and value people. Our vision is that through Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) the people of our region will develop the literacies and connections that support individual achievement and strengthen the power of the community.
CLP’s Adult Librarians are dynamic, service minded individuals who lead the development and implementation of information, digital, reader’s, and adult learning library services; acts as a mentor to staff and volunteers, and connects users to resources and opportunities that reflect their interests; and responds to needs within diverse and changing communities, empowering them to be meet their work, life, and educational goals.
Location: CLP-Allegheny, Pittsburgh, PA
Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week; days, evenings and weekends required.
Compensation: $24.00 per hour
Number of Vacancies: 1
Hiring Supervisor: Alexia Garvin-Library Services Manager
Unit: This position is represented by the United Steelworkers union.
Requirements & Qualifications:
CLP’s Adult Librarians are dynamic, service minded individuals who lead the development and implementation of information, digital, reader’s, and adult learning library services; acts as a mentor to staff and volunteers, and connects users to resources and opportunities that reflect their interests; and responds to needs within diverse and changing communities, empowering them to be meet their work, life, and educational goals.
Location: CLP-Allegheny, Pittsburgh, PA
Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week; days, evenings and weekends required.
Compensation: $24.00 per hour
Number of Vacancies: 1
Hiring Supervisor: Alexia Garvin-Library Services Manager
Unit: This position is represented by the United Steelworkers union.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- MLS or MLIS from and ALA accredited school is required;
- Three or more years of progressive experience and increasing responsibility in a service-oriented environment, including demonstrated leadership;
- Previous public library experience desired, preferably in a diverse urban environment;
- Bilingual or multilingual a plus;
- Energetic and dynamic, highly organized, self-motivated, and possess strong leadership skills;
- Ability to provide quality customer service, both in person, over the phone, and virtually;
- Ability to work as part of a team, meet deadlines, manage assignments and responsibilities effectively in a busy urban branch;
- Familiarity with online catalog, electronic databases, and internet searching;
- Must be able to work all hours agreed upon when hired, and flexible hours as needed, on a regular basis.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting customers of all ages with information, digital, reader’s, and learning services, and accessing library special services, including providing in-depth information assistance when required;
- Provide customers with excellent service assistance in person, over the phone, and electronically, serving in a high profile, high energy public service role;
- Working to develop, implement, evaluate, and promote programs that reduce inequitable outcomes for adults, including programs in the library, at partner organizations, and in non-traditional settings to meet community need;
- Developing relationships with community groups, attending community events, performing community outreach and representing the Library throughout the community;
- Using data and other information to design and implement community-focused services in consultation with LSM and staff;
- Supporting the day-to-day operations of the location, including mentoring, guiding and supporting the work of staff and volunteers;
- Participating in system-wide initiatives and programs, and performing committee and service team work, and project management
- Collaborating with colleagues and developing relationships throughout CLP and the Allegheny County Library System (ACLA);
- Engaging in ongoing professional development both internally and with the greater professional community;
- Managing the space, including space upkeep, equipment/supplies, behavior, and creating engaging displays; assist with these tasks at the branch level as needed;
- Continuing to cultivate a timely and dynamic adult collection that is representative of the community’s needs in consultation with the Library Services Manager.
Clearance Requirements:
- PA State Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Fingerprint Criminal Records Check and Mandated Reporter Training upon offer of employment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, disability status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, political affiliation or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
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