Assistant Librarian

Organization Overview: The New Cumberland Public Library, located in scenic southcentral Pennsylvania, is seeking a dynamic community-minded individual for the position of Public Services Librarian/Assistant Director. Housed in the renovated historic 1819 Benjamin House, the New Cumberland Public Library provides a variety of free library services and materials to area residents. The Library is a department of municipal government in the Borough of New Cumberland, with operations governed by a 7-member Board of Directors. The Library is a member of the Cumberland County Library System (CCLS) serving a diverse community in Cumberland County. Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, has received recognition as a great place to work, live, and raise a family. The Library functions as a community center and is well-known for its children’s programs, art exhibits, community archives, responsive staff, and its collaboration with area organizations.

Position Overview: Under the direction of the Library Director, the Public Services Librarian/Assistant Director serves a key leadership role in the organization. The Public Services Librarian/Assistant Director manages the public services staff, including circulation and reference, helps oversee general library operations, and collaborates with the Director on collections, programming, and Library policies and procedures. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of principles and practices related to public library work, with chief emphasis on delivery of outstanding library programs and services to the public. Professional development and community outreach are also key expectations of the position. In their role as Assistant Director, they act on behalf of the Library Director in their absence.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assists the Director in planning and delivering programs for adult patrons including summer reading, book clubs and discussion groups, and other arts & cultural programs.

· Oversees staff in scheduling and promotion of exhibits in the Library’s Art Gallery and Display Case.

· Assists the Director in planning and delivering programs for adult patrons including summer reading, book clubs and discussion groups, and other arts & cultural programs.

· Creates spine labels for call number changes or changeovers and processes local acquisitions and adds item records to existing bibliographic records.

· Responsible for the Library’s serials subscriptions, including ordering, adding items, filing claims for missing issues, and processing renewals.

· Supervises public services staff; trains; monitors workflow; reviews work; and performs performance evaluations collaboratively with the Director. Is responsible for the scheduling of staff to ensure effective coverage at all times.

· Serves as the Library’s Local Systems Administrator, the main point of contact with the System Headquarters office for computer repair requests, and information about the ILS and related software, Wi-Fi, RFID, Printing, and Self Check.

· Assists the Library Director in compiling and reporting monthly and yearly statistics for the Library System and the Pennsylvania State Annual Report.

· Assists the Library Director in personnel, budget, building, and administrative matters.

This list is neither exclusive nor exhaustive, and the employee may be asked to perform different or additional tasks than the ones listed here, as the needs of the employer and/or the requirements of the position change.

Minimum Requirements:

· ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS degree with 2-3 years of public library experience preferred, including experience in a supervisory role. A Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years relevant library experience may be considered in lieu of an MLS or MLIS degree. Managerial skills that include managing staff and overseeing the operations, collections, and programs of the library

· Knowledge of public library programming practices and outreach. Capable of developing and implementing innovative and robust programming, and able to lead Adult Services with a positive attitude.

· Expertise in all modes of library reference, library instruction, and reader’s advisory services.

· Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and their application to libraries

· Organizational skills and the ability to effectively respond to current and emerging priorities

· Experience with archival or special collections a plus

· Successful completion of comprehensive background check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• New Cumberland, PA 17070: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,000 - $46,000