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POSITION SPECIFICS
Penn State Lehigh Valley Library is seeking a Library Operations Supervisor to lead the daily operations of its library with an emphasis on circulation, collection maintenance, and customer service.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to provide front-facing customer service within a prestigious library system, while overseeing and supporting library staff and student assistants.
You will get to partner with many others at Penn State Lehigh Valley and across the Pennsylvania State University Libraries as you support our students, faculty, and campus – giving you the opportunity to learn from and/or offer guidance to fellow employees.
Joining a small yet impactful and supportive team, the Library Operations Supervisor will work independently and collaboratively to complete the above responsibilities.
Library staff are also cross trained to complete duties in multiple areas as needed.
To perform the essential functions of this position, the Library Operations Supervisor will regularly move around the library and physically manage collections and equipment (e.g., carrying, shifting, and shelving books; pushing book carts; handling laptops), with or without reasonable accommodation.
The Penn State Lehigh Valley Library’s current hours of operation during the academic year are from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern from Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern on Friday.
The Library Operations Supervisor will be expected to regularly work shifts which provide consistent afternoon and evening coverage. Work schedules will be established in consultation with the Head Librarian and may vary to meet operational needs (e.g., during the summer and student breaks).
Infrequent weekend work may be required to support library events.
Important Note: This position requires regular on-site work.
If filled as Library Operations Supervisor - Senior Supervisor, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Library Operations Supervisor - Supervisor, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None
Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing their interest and relevant experience, in addition to a resume.
The Pennsylvania State University Libraries is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
This position will report to the Head Librarian of the Penn State Lehigh Valley Library.
The Penn State Lehigh Valley Library provides the Penn State Lehigh Valley campus community with access to all resources and services offered by the Penn State University Libraries – one of the Top 10 research libraries in North America.
Penn State Lehigh Valley is located in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. The Allentown–Bethlehem–Easton metropolitan area, which includes the Lehigh Valley, is Pennsylvania's third-most populous metropolitan area after Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
The Lehigh Valley is a historically rich and economically vibrant area.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $44,628.00 - $71,340.00.
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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