Librarian - Full Time

This posting closes at 4:00 p.m. on June 1, 2026.

By State law, all positions that work with children require all three CHILD CLEARANCES and Mandated Reporter Training be obtained prior to the first day of work. You should allow 4-6 weeks to obtain all clearances. If you work for at least one month, we will reimburse for the cost of the clearances ($60.25) that are obtained for you to work for us. Please see http://www.mtlebanon.org/2137/EmploymentVolunteering for more information.

Reports to: Associate Library Director- Public Services

FLSA Status: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)

Employment Status: Full Time (40 hrs.)     

DESCRIPTION

We’re looking for a motivated and creative self-starter with a passion for public library service to join our team! Serving an active engaged community of 34,000 in the South Hills, our full-time Senior Services Librarian will develop a diverse range of exciting opportunities for our senior patrons, including bus trips, speakers, wellness programs, hands-on learning, senior STEM, and outreach to community partners. Additionally, librarians in this position contribute to our diverse and dynamic materials collection, provide reader’s advisory and reference, and collaborate with other librarians on library- and community-wide initiatives and large events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Develop and implement a broad range of creative and engaging in-person programs in the library.

Network, partner, and collaborate with community organizations, especially those serving seniors and older adults. Seek opportunities to expand the library's services to older adults through community outreach.

Grow services to seniors in the community through library card initiatives, participation in senior fairs, and meeting the unique needs of this population. 

Provide technology instruction to seniors, both in-person at the library and within a residential community setting.

Staff the Reference Desk several times a week. Provide reader's advisory services and reference help, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Assist in the development and promotion of the library materials collection.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of library principles of service, policies, and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of literature and materials, both print and electronic.

Computer skills, including proficiency with electronic information resources and software.

Knowledge of area specialization, especially basic tech instruction and adult programming.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and public.

Excellent reference and organizational skills

Excellent oral, written, and listening skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have completed a Master’s Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university.

Candidates with prior professional library experience will receive special consideration.

Evening and weekend availability is required. The library is open seven days a week.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be frequently required to move and/or lift materials up to 25 pounds and push a loaded book truck weighing up to 300 pounds; regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, reach, climb, balance, and sit; operate a keyboard at efficient speed and typical office equipment, including computer hardware; regularly required to talk and/or hear; use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Vision and hearing at or correctable to "normal ranges.” This position requires full time in person work at the Mt. Lebanon Public Library, and may occasionally be required to attend off-site meetings. 

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The above job description reflects the general information deemed necessary to convey the primary functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the position.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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GENERAL DISCLAIMER

I certify that I have given true and complete information in this application process, and it does not contain falsifications, omissions, or concealment of material fact.  If this application leads to employment, I understand that false or misleading information in my application, resume, or interview may result in my employment being terminated.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for Mt. Lebanon to hire me.  If I am hired, I understand that either Mt. Lebanon or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice, unless change by a written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of Mt. Lebanon.

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Mt. Lebanon will be invested in your success and growth and offers the following benefits to our employees:

Benefits: Mt. Lebanon offers a wide range of benefits including excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits, and FSA. Mt. Lebanon also offers life insurance and long term disability insurance.

Vacation Leave: Starting at 10 days/year. 

Holiday Pay: Mt. Lebanon observes ten (10) paid holidays per year.

Sick leave: You will accrue eight (8) hours of sick leave per month. 
Retirement: Employees are eligible for a full defined benefit pension at age 60 with 25 years of service. (Vesting period is 7 years). Employees are also enrolled in a Retirement Health Savings Plan, and may also enroll in an optional deferred compensation plan.

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Mt. Lebanon is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. Mt. Lebanon makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants with disabilities will be made upon request to the Human Resource Office at [email protected].