Library Services Director jobs in Pittsburgh, PA
Library Services Director supervises, maintains, and enhances policies and procedures for a library. Oversees professional and support staff involved in cataloging, indexing, issuing books/materials, and keeping records of items on loan. Being a Library Services Director selects books and publications for purchase and subscribes to pertinent periodicals as allowed for by the given budget. Requires master's of library and information science from an ALA-accredited school. Additionally, Library Services Director typically reports to top management. The Library Services Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Library Services Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Library Services Associate-Children's
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
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Pittsburgh, PA
FULL_TIME
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Library Services Associate-Children's, FTHow to Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter with application by April 10, 2024.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 Children’s Library Assistants implement a continuum of service to inspire and facilitate lifelong learning by supporting the developmental needs of children 0-11 as well as their parents and caregivers. Our Children’s Library Assistant acts as a mentor and connects children and families to resources and opportunities to reflect their interests, respond to their needs and support their healthy growth and development. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated a passion for and experience in community engagement, experience working collaboratively, and a history of serving children and families.Location: CLP-Sheraden, Pittsburgh, PAWork Hours: 37.5 hours per week, days, evenings, weekends requiredCompensation: $18.00 per hourNumber of Vacancies: 1Hiring Supervisor: Schuyler Hernstrom-Library Services ManagerUnit: This position is represented by the Steelworkers union.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Working closely with the Library Services Manager, Coordinator of Children’s Services & Family Engagement, and other location staff to execute the vision of Children’s Services at CLP-Sheraden;
- Working to implement programs that reduce inequitable outcomes for children; including programs in the library, at outreach locations like local schools and non-traditional settings to meet community needs;
- Maintaining cooperative working relationships with individuals and agencies serving children and families;
- Welcoming customers and working to develop and build relationships with youth, caregivers and families within the Library and community;
- Helping to fulfill customers’ informational and recreational needs by providing quality reference and readers advisory using print and electronic resources;
- Providing high quality customer service to a diverse public and staff in accordance with CLP’s Philosophy and Standards of Service;
- Participating in system-wide initiatives, programs and service teams;
- Supporting location-wide partnerships;
- Modeling best practices and encouraging all location staff to connect with and serve youth to ensure a continuum of service;
- Continuing to cultivate a timely and dynamic children’s collection that is representative of the community’s needs under the guidance of the Coordinator of Children’s Collections and Library Services Manager;
- Managing the Children’s space, including upkeep and inventory, behavior, creating engaging displays; assist with these tasks at the branch level, as needed
- Providing meaningful experiences for volunteers in service to children and caregivers;
- Assisting with day-to-day operations of the location, which may include circulation, registration, and shelving;
- Engaging in continuing education opportunities in order to develop and maintain job skills;
Requirements & Qualifications:- Previous experience working with children in an urban setting is required;
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines, manage assignments and responsibilities effectively in a busy urban library with a diverse public and staff;
- Outgoing, dynamic and highly organized individual with a passion for working with children and families and building relationships in the community;
- Commitment to providing high quality customer service in accordance with CLP’s Service Standards;
- Previous experience presenting learning activities for children ages birth to 11 years and their caregivers strongly preferred;
- Ability to execute innovative library service to children and families, especially in regards to equity, diversity and inclusion;
- Understanding of child development and the ability to implement developmentally appropriate library experiences;
- Understanding of the importance of family engagement and ability to apply best practices in family engagement;
- Ability to recognize current reading, viewing, and listening interests of children and families;
- Knowledge of current technologies, electronic resources, and social media;
- Ability to implement media mentorship practices;
- Bilingual or multilingual a plus;
Education and Physical Requirements:- Bachelor’s Degree required;
- The physical ability to bend, stoop, stand for long periods of time, push heavy book trucks, and lift heavy loads (25 pounds);
Clearance Requirements:- PA State Criminal Background Check
- PA Child Abuse History Clearance
- FBI Fingerprint Criminal Records Check
- Mandated Reporter Training
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. - 1 Month Ago
Library Services Associate-Teen
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
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Pittsburgh, PA
FULL_TIME
- Library Services Associate-Teen, PT How to Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter with application by March 6, 2024 Job Summary: Seeking a highly motivated and technology savvy individual to serve as...
- 14 Days Ago
Library Administrator-Youth Services
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
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Pittsburgh, PA
FULL_TIME
- Library Administrator-Youth Services How to apply: Submit a resume and cover letter with application by Wednesday April 10, 2024. Location: Office of Programmatic Services, Pittsburgh, PA Work Hours: ...
- 2 Months Ago
Library Services Associate-Adult, PT
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
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Pittsburgh, PA
FULL_TIME
- Library Services Associate- Adult, PT How to apply: Submit resume and cover letter with application by May 16, 2024. Job Summary: Seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Adult Library Serv...
- 2 Days Ago
Library Services Associate-Teen, PT
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
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Pittsburgh, PA
FULL_TIME
- Library Services Associate-Teen, PT How to Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter with application by February 22, 2024. Job Summary: Seeking a highly motivated and technology savvy individual to ser...
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Library Services Associate-Sub Pool
- Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
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Pittsburgh, PA
FULL_TIME
- Library Services Associate, PT How to apply: Submit a resume and cover letter with application by May 2, 2024 Job Summary: Seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a member of the Carnegie Li...
- 16 Days Ago
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Appeals Officer (Team Case Leader) 12 MONTH ROSTER Amended
- Department Of The Treasury
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Pittsburgh, PA
- Duties WHAT IS THE APPEALS (AP) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/...
- 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director Technology & Operations-Infrastructure/DevOps
- Duquesne Light Company
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Pittsburgh, PA
- Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in t...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Appeals Officer (Senior Appeals Program Analyst/Leader (Appeals Officer) 12 Month Roster) Amended
- Department Of The Treasury
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Pittsburgh, PA
- Duties WHAT IS THE APPEALS DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Appeals Officer (Senior Appeals Settlement Officer (Program Analyst)) 12 month Roster
- Department Of The Treasury
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Pittsburgh, PA
- Duties WHAT IS THE APPEALS (AP) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Backend Developer ( Angular / C# )
- Impact Consulting Solutions inc
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Pittsburgh, PA
- Job Description Job Description Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Experience developing web applications u...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Angular 5+ UI Developer
- Impact Consulting Solutions inc
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Pittsburgh, PA
- Job Description Job Description Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Experience developing web applications u...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Bloomfield, PA
- Helping Hands Family
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Pittsburgh, PA
- Overview: Work at a top-rated ABA provider managed by a clinical leadership team of BCBAs! Helping Hands Family (HHF) pr...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) - Pittsburgh, PA
- Helping Hands Family
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Pittsburgh, PA
- Overview: Work at a top-rated ABA provider managed by a clinical leadership team of BCBAs! Helping Hands Family (HHF) pr...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh (/ˈpɪtsbɜːrɡ/ PITS-burg) is a city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the United States, and is the county seat of Allegheny County. As of 2018, a population of 308,144 lives within the city limits, making it the 63rd-largest city in the U.S. The metropolitan population of 2,362,453, is the largest in both the Ohio Valley and Appalachia, the second-largest in Pennsylvania (behind Philadelphia), and the 26th-largest in the U.S.
Pittsburgh is located in the south west of the state, at the confluence of the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio rivers. Pittsburgh is known both as "the ...
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Income Estimation for Library Services Director jobs
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area prices
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