Top 10 Library director Jobs in Pennsylvania

Director of the Library and Learning Commons
Alvernia University —Reading, PA
- Full-time
- 5 years
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Library Director – Coatesville Public Library
Chester County Library System —Chester, PA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Community Engagement Director
Dauphin County Library System —Harrisburg, PA
- $72,000 - $76,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Computer literacy
- Office
Library Director
Grove City Community Library —Grove City, PA
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Email
- Master's degree
- Criminal background check
- Children
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Law Library Director/Assistant Professor of Law, Commonwealth Law School
Widener University —Harrisburg, PA
- Classroom
- Master's degree
- University
Associate Director of Stewardship and Alumni Relations, University Libraries
Penn State University —University Park, PA
- $65,508 - $94,980 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Writing skills
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Executive Library Director
Coatesville Area Public Library —Coatesville, PA
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Library Director
Claysburg Area Public Library —Claysburg, PA
- $27,000 - $30,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Director
Jersey Shore Public Library —Jersey Shore, PA
- $38,000 - $42,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Public speaking
- Driver's License
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Head of Youth Services
Valley Community Library —Peckville, PA
- $17.11 - $20.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Director of the Library and Learning Commons

Alvernia University -
Reading, PA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Customer communication
Project management experience in education
Online resource databases
Team leadership
Strategic planning in education
Internet resources (educational technologies)
Overseeing academic strategic planning
Employee relationship building
Technology management
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Customer support
Experience at colleges/universities
Practicing budget management in an educational setting
Community relationship building
Archives management
Program budgeting
Senior leadership
University experience

Full Job Description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Senior Vice President & Provost, the Director of the Library and Learning Commons (DLLC) is responsible for leadership in determining library policy, developing and monitoring the budget, and long-range planning. The DLLC oversees all aspects of library operations, including personnel, purchasing, student and faculty services, collection development, resources, systems, and facilities.

Essential Functions:

Mission, Culture & Leadership

Model Alvernia’s Franciscan values through compassionate service, ethical leadership, and commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful community for all.
Cultivate a student-employee culture that prioritizes transparency, accessibility, and proactive communication.

Responsibilities

Serve as the strategic leader to develop and deliver a 21st-century information-sharing and collaboration strategy for Alvernia University that transforms library services, particularly in relation to digital and hybrid learning
Establish and maintain the Library to be a learning commons for students, faculty, and staff
As the DLLC:
- Develop and evaluate library and media services in support of all programs and educational modes offered by the University
- Select, evaluate, develop, organize, and supervise the Library staff
- Oversee the budgeting process for the Library
- Engage in the assessment of student learning outcomes relevant to the library.
- Utilize student learning outcome assessment and other relevant library statistics to develop and implement long-range strategic plans, user needs assessments, and service enhancements.
- Oversee technical services and integrated library system maintenance in collaboration with systems and technical services librarian.
- Oversee and engage, when appropriate, in information literacy, reference, and academic department liaison.
- Participate on university committees as assigned.
Provide oversight of Learning Commons, including:
- Leading the academic planning and development of the library and related academic learning services and supports, Special Collections and University Archives, and the overarching Learning Commons
- Identify the best ways to expand the Library and Learning Commons to other Alvernia instructional sites
Serve as a campus leader and steward for Open Educational Resources
Serve as a liaison to Informational Technology Services as it relates to student learning technologies
Serve as a liaison to the Deans Council
Contribute substantively to the intellectual life of the University by planning, developing, coordinating, sharing, collaborating with, initiating, and evaluating information and Learning Commons services to fulfill and support the educational mission of the University
Develop outreach, engagement opportunities, key metrics, and processes to ensure and support the creative and effective use of library services and technologies to serve the needs of students and academic departments
Provide leadership, management, and support for the Learning Commons in such a way as to meaningfully embed the many resources of the Library into the academic infrastructure
Coordinate all activities of the Learning Commons to maximize student and faculty use of opportunities for engagement between people, information, and technology while supporting the goals of the Library and academic technology to meet student and faculty outcomes
Supervise and evaluate Library faculty and staff
Support Alvernia University’s commitment to diversity and strong student-centered vision and mission

Professional Development, Customer Service & Representation

Lead or contribute to internal training and professional development initiatives that enhance compliance, service excellence, communication, and inclusive practices across the organization.
Promote a high standard of customer service by modeling responsive, solutions-oriented interactions with students, clients, colleagues, and external partners.
Serve as a positive ambassador for the organization by communicating its mission, values, and offerings effectively to internal and external audiences.
Represent the university at recruitment and outreach events, including open houses, orientations, and community engagement programs.

Qualifications/Education:

Possession of an American Library Association (ALA) accredited master's degree in Library and/or Information Science (MLS, MLIS, MSLS, MI) from an accredited college or university.
Five years of progressive demonstrated leadership experience in a university or equivalent that demonstrates accomplishments in or knowledge of a special collection library, research, or academic setting
Five years of progressive supervisory (or leadership equivalent) experience, communication skills, interpersonal skills, and capabilities necessary to lead a team
Advanced knowledge of library databases, technologies, and services
An understanding of emerging technologies and effective application of instructional technology to enhance learning outcomes
Experience in developing and managing budgets
Possession of a terminal degree, PhD, EdD, etc.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations
Demonstrated excellent leadership, planning, problem-solving, organizational, project management, and customer support skills
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain strong relationships within a multi-dimensional environment
Demonstrated creation and/or implementation of long-range organizational goals and/or strategic plan
Demonstrated experience managing and/or evaluating a budget and/or generating revenue

Physical Requirements:

Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the performance of this role.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Employee Benefits:

Join a team that values your well-being! We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family:

Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.
Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.
Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You'll get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.
Time Off & Flexibility: Take advantage of 18 paid holidays each year and the possibility of flexible or hybrid work options for many roles.
Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.
On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.
Employee Meal Plan: This plan provides convenient, flexible dining options on campus at a reduced cost.

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