Library Director: Lead Community Growth & Impact

Palibraries; Hollidaysburg (Blair County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

2 weeks paid vacation (first year)

12 personal days per year

Health benefits

Retirement

Job summary

The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library is seeking a dynamic Library Director to lead a community-focused library serving Hollidaysburg and surrounding areas. You will plan, organize, direct, and evaluate resources and programs under the Library Board's guidance.

Essential qualifications include a MLS/ALA-accredited degree, PA public library certification, and leadership in a nonprofit setting. The role offers a salaried 35-hour week with benefits and opportunities to expand programs and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Public Library Certification as a professional librarian from the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
• FBI and PA Criminal Background Checks and PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
• Preferred two years of progressive library experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in a community or nonprofit organization.
• Non-profit fundraising, development, and grant writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the library.
• Lead, develop, administer, and coordinate the work of the library staff.
• Perform managerial duties related to personnel, scheduling, budget, payroll and benefits, collection development, and building maintenance.
• Work with staff to present activities for children, teens, and adults.
• Prepare required County and State reports.
• Coordinate fundraising and library development.
• Support fundraising events and pursue opportunities.
• Identify and write grant applications.
• Collaborate with the Library Board and community partners.
• Review and implement the library's policies and strategic plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fundraising experience

Grant writing

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science (ALA-accredited)

Public Library Certification (PA DoE)

Job description

The Hollidaysburg Area Public Library is seeking a dynamic Library Director to lead a community-focused library serving Hollidaysburg and surrounding areas. You will plan, organize, direct, and evaluate resources and programs under the Library Board's guidance.

Essential qualifications include a MLS/ALA-accredited degree, PA public library certification, and leadership in a nonprofit setting. The role offers a salaried 35-hour week with benefits and opportunities to expand programs and