About the job
Library Services Manager, FT
How to apply: Submit a resume and cover letter with application by November 16, 2025.
Job Summary: Leads the services and activities for a particular community (i.e. library service area or interest area), originating from Public Services, Programs & Partnerships, Collections or Technical Services. Actively participates as a member of management groups to effect change, implement strategies and contribute to long and short-range direction of the Library. The Library Services Manager motivates, supervises and evaluates assigned staff; oversees and refines complex processes; anticipates and advocates for community needs while keeping a systemwide perspective; serves as liaison with internal departments to achieve strategic goals; represents CLP during engagement with the community.
Location: CLP-Mt. Washington, Pittsburgh, PA
Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week; days, evenings and weekends required; availability for extended or additional hours as required.
Compensation: $65,000 annually
Number of Vacancies: 1
Hiring Supervisor: Holly Anderton-Library Administrator- Neighborhood Libraries
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Understanding, advocating for and engaging with library users and building community through physical and virtual means;
- Engaging with the community, organizations and individuals, where they live, work, shop and belong;
- Designing programs and services for our community with a focus on reading, entertainment and adult learning;
- Leveraging technology and innovation to create an extraordinary user experience in services and programs;
- Understanding and modeling the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh brand and mission every day - creating and engaging with stories published across a variety of digital channels, including those owned by the Library and those created by other community members;
- Coordinating with the Facilities and Security teams to ensure that a safe and healthy environment is maintained;
- Developing skills and abilities of staff and empowering staff to work to the top of their classifications to achieve the library's goals;
- Modeling behaviors in patron-focused service, self-directed learning, strategic thinking and planning, and personal accountability;
- Developing and maintaining a functioning team atmosphere and environment;
- Leading and participating in system-wide activities such as committees and teams;
- Evaluating the success of their efforts and continuously improving public services and staff to respond to changing needs through data collection and analysis; and generating and sharing the vision of a future-focused library.
Clearance Requirements
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.
