Library Supervisor: Lead Rare Collections & Reference

Wayne State University

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The City of Philadelphia is seeking a supervisory librarian to manage library functions and collections. The role involves overseeing staff, performing cataloging, and ensuring service quality in the municipal library system.

A fifth-year degree in library science is required, along with two years of experience in a large library system. Interested candidates can reach out to Nashe’ Colmon at nashe.colmon@phila.gov for more information.

Qualifications

  • Two years of librarian experience in a large library system.
  • One year of full-performance-level librarian experience.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a branch or a special collection in a municipal library system.
  • Participate in materials selection and technical services.
  • Implement staff training programs and evaluate programs.

Skills

Supervisory skills
Technical services
Cataloging
Reader advisory

Education

Fifth-year degree from an accredited school of library science
Bachelor's degree in music theory (if applicable)

Job description

The City of Philadelphia is seeking a supervisory librarian to manage library functions and collections. The role involves overseeing staff, performing cataloging, and ensuring service quality in the municipal library system.

A fifth-year degree in library science is required, along with two years of experience in a large library system. Interested candidates can reach out to Nashe’ Colmon at nashe.colmon@phila.gov for more information.

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