Librarian I

Erie County, Pennsylvania; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie County Public Library, Blasco Library in Erie, PA seeks a Literacy Services Librarian to plan, implement, and evaluate innovative literacy programs for diverse patrons. The role requires both independent and team collaboration to deliver engaging, measurable outcomes across branches and outreach sites.

The candidate will provide reference services, promote lifelong learning, and mentor staff while managing basic program budgets.

Qualifications

• Must hold an ALA-accredited Master of Library Science or related Master's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of library programming or education experience developing education programs/lesson plans.
• Familiarity with library databases, ILS, and web technologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate library programs and services for patrons.
• Provide reference assistance via in-person, phone, chat, and email with strong customer service.
• Collaborate with community agencies to promote library services.
• Mentor staff and manage budgets for program supplies as directed.
• Coordinate with Communications to create/ distribute program marketing materials.

Skills

Teaching

Public speaking

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Technology literacy

Diversity awareness

Lifelong learning

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

MLS (ALA accredited)

Master's in education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Integrated Library Systems

Library databases

Web applications

Job description

Erie County Public Library, Blasco Library

Status

Full Time

Starting Pay Rate

$21.65 Hourly

37.5

Exemption Status

Non-Exempt

Posting Date

10/19/2026

Closing Date

11/02/2026

Pay Grade

AP13

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME PROFESSIONAL

Posting Number

5903

Definition of Class

• Professional level program planning and coordination, community outreach, reference services for library patrons and all other related work as required.

Nature of Work

• Library staff work rotating Saturdays and up to two evenings per week. May be assigned to work at any library location or offsite program related event.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Literacy Services Librarian must be energetic, creative, collaborative, forward-thinking, and service oriented. The successful candidate will be highly knowledgeable in the area of library programming, early literacy, emerging technology, innovation and lifelong learning. Working both independently and in a team, the librarian will help lead the library in creating superb, specialized programs with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
• - Plans, implements, and evaluates creative and responsive services and programs for library patrons.
• - Provides reference assistance through in-person, phone, chat, and email interactions, offering readers’ advisory and excellent customer service.
• - Maintains an inviting and safe environment for all library patrons.
• - Collaborates with community agencies to promote library services.
• - Compiles, reviews, and interprets statistical data regarding the impact of library programming.
• - Provides programming throughout the library system, including at branches and at outreach sites in Erie County.
• - Mentors library assistants or other library staff through the planning and execution of library programs.
• - Manages simple budgets for program supplies, as directed by the Assistant Director of Literacy Services.
• - Coordinate with Communications and Outreach Coordinator to create and distribute program marketing material.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Broad and current knowledge of library and education trends.
• Enthusiasm for working with the public.
• Ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, planning, organizational, and team skills.
• Teaching, public speaking, and performing skills.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and learning styles.
• Excellent customer service knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use current and emerging technologies.
• Willingness to learn new technology and job-related skills.
• Familiarity with Integrated Library Systems, other library applications, and common library databases.
• Experience with web applications and demonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and use emerging technologies effectively to enhance library services.
• Ability to professionally analyze technical problems and propose solutions.
• Experience developing program or education plans that outline measurable objectives and outcomes.
• Candidate must hold an ALA accredited Master's Degree in Library and/or Information Science (preferred) or have a Master's Degree in a related education field, or comparable combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of library programming or education experience that includes the development of education program or lesson plans.
• Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience in libraries, education or related fields will also be considered.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required. Frequent travel is required and will be a primary task of the position.
• This job requires a high level of mobility: employee needs to stand for long periods of time, bend over, squat, twist, stoop, climb, and lift.

Conditions Of Employment

• The selected candidate will be pre-employment required to obtain, at their own expense, 3 forms of clearance, including PA State Police Criminal History Record Check; PA Child Abuse History; and FBI Criminal History Background Check including finger printing.

Position: Librarian I

Department Library Location Erie County Public Library, Blasco Library Status Full Time Starting Pay Rate $21.65 Hourly Hours Per Week 37.5 Exemption Status Non-Exempt Posting Date 10/19/2026 Closing Date 11/02/2026 Pay Grade AP13 Bargaining Unit AFSCME PROFESSIONAL Posting Number 5903

Definition of Class

• Professional level program planning and coordination, community outreach, reference services for library patrons and all other related work as required.

Nature of Work

• Library staff work rotating Saturdays and up to two evenings per week. May be assigned to work at any library location or offsite program related event.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Literacy Services Librarian must be energetic, creative, collaborative, forward-thinking, and service oriented. The successful candidate will be highly knowledgeable in the area of library programming, early literacy, emerging technology, innovation and lifelong learning. Working both independently and in a team, the librarian will help lead the library in creating superb, specialized programs with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.
• - Plans, implements, and evaluates creative and responsive services and programs for library patrons.
• - Provides reference assistance through in-person, phone, chat, and email interactions, offering readers’ advisory and excellent customer service.
• - Maintains an inviting and safe environment for all library patrons.
• - Collaborates with community agencies to promote library services.
• - Compiles, reviews, and interprets statistical data regarding the impact of library programming.
• - Provides programming throughout the library system, including at branches and at outreach sites in Erie County.
• - Mentors library assistants or other library staff through the planning and execution of library programs.
• - Manages simple budgets for program supplies, as directed by the Assistant Director of Literacy Services.
• - Coordinate with Communications and Outreach Coordinator to create and distribute program marketing material.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Broad and current knowledge of library and education trends.
• Enthusiasm for working with the public.
• Ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, planning, organizational, and team skills.
• Teaching, public speaking, and performing skills.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and learning styles.
• Excellent customer service knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use current and emerging technologies.
• Willingness to learn new technology and job-related skills.
• Familiarity with Integrated Library Systems, other library applications, and common library databases.
• Experience with web applications and demonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and use emerging technologies effectively to enhance library services.
• Ability to professionally analyze technical problems and propose solutions.
• Experience developing program or education plans that outline measurable objectives and outcomes.

Minimum Requirements

• Candidate must hold an ALA accredited Master's Degree in Library and/or Information Science (preferred) or have a Master's Degree in a related education field, or comparable combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of library programming or education experience that includes the development of education program or lesson plans.
• Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience in libraries, education or related fields will also be considered.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required. Frequent travel is required and will be a primary task of the position.
• This job requires a high level of mobility: employee needs to stand for long periods of time, bend over, squat, twist, stoop, climb, and lift.

Conditions Of Employment

• The selected candidate will be pre-employment required to obtain, at their own expense, 3 forms of clearance, including PA State Police Criminal History Record Check; PA Child Abuse History; and FBI Criminal History Background Check including finger printing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Erie County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Erie County Government values the power of diversity in our workforce. Our goal is to continue developing inclusive workforce policies that require individual equality, support the diversity of employee experiences, and include unique perspectives.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.