Library Services Manager jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

"Enriching the community through lifelong learning and discovery"

Do you want to accomplish important things in and for our community? Do you believe that libraries can change lives?  If so, join our team of dedicated, passionate individuals. Excellent customer service is the number one priority for all ACPL positions. At ACPL, we believe that every staff member plays a key role in delivering top quality service to the residents of Allen County. We are seeking individuals who are interested in helping ACPL further our mission of enriching the community through lifelong learning and discovery.

The Pontiac Branch, centrally situated within Fort Wayne, is committed to serving our diverse community. Our team exemplifies warmth and is consistently prepared to provide exceptional assistance to all visitors. Presently, we are seeking a Youth Services Librarian to further our goal of delivering valuable outreach initiatives and educational experiences for the youth within our community. This librarian will provide a broad range of professional librarian services in support of reader's advisory, reference, outreach, and programs for children, teens, and their caregivers.

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This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, and will be required to work a mix of day, evening, and weekend hours.

As you can see in our Diversity Statement below, ACPL is committed to nurturing a working environment that is inclusive and reflective of the diversity of Allen County. As such, we encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to apply, in addition to members from other marginalized groups.

• Bachelor’s degree; AND two (2) years of library operations experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 
• Valid Driver's License
• Must have completed nine credit hours of library science courses OR commit to completing them within three years of start date in this position. Completion of this coursework will allow the person obtaining this position to achieve the required Librarian Certification Level 5 within three years of start date in this position. After requirements are met, must earn 50 LEU (Library Education Units) within five years.

• Starting pay is $40,223 per year and up based on related and comparable experience
• Comprehensive benefits package - including medical, dental, vision, life & short/long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
• Two (2) weeks of cumulative sick leave
• Three (3) weeks of paid vacation
• Library-paid retirement fund (PERF)
• Paid Holidays and two personal days each year
• Deferred compensation plan (457b)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A variety of voluntary insurance plans
• Wellness bonus opportunity (up to $510/year!) and free access to the MoveSpring app
• Gym membership reimbursement opportunity (up to $520/year!)
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

You will be required to upload a resume' with this application.

This position will remain open until filled.

Everyone belongs at the Allen County Public Library. We are on a mission to recognize, cultivate, and celebrate diversity. We offer collections, services, programs, assistance, and spaces that enrich and reflect our community. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive workforce and establishing ourselves as a communal space of respect, safety, and service. All are welcome to pursue lifelong learning and discovery at ACPL regardless of identity, origin, ability, religion, race, culture, socioeconomic status, age, or other differences.

The Allen County Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.