IMMEDIATE JOB OPPORTUNITY
Job Opportunity: Library Director – Slatington Public Library
The Slatington Public Library seeks a dynamic, organized, and community-minded individual to serve as Library Director. This full-time position (34–38 hours/week) requires a certified professional (per PA state guidelines) with clearances. The Director will oversee all aspects of library operations, including programming, budgeting, staff supervision, collection management, public relations, and community outreach, all in alignment with the library’s strategic plan and in coordination with the Board of Trustees. Strong leadership, communication, and administrative skills are essential, along with proficiency in library technologies. This role includes some evenings and Saturdays. Salary, starting at $34,000, is commensurate with experience and education; no medical or retirement benefits are offered. Join us in shaping the future of a valued community institution in Slatington, PA. If you have a BS degree with library experience and are willing to take certification classes, please apply. We will pay for your continuing education.
We will accept resumes for a qualified Provisional Librarian as well as a Professional Librarian.
Library Code/Regulations - Certification
§ 9319. Certification of library personnel & § 133. Certification of library personnel
(1) Library assistants: At least two years of college education (60 credits) + 9 library service credit hours
(2) Provisional librarians: A 4-year, Bachelor’s degree + 12 library service credit hours
(3) Professional librarians: A 4-year, Bachelor’s degree + a 5th year, Master’s level library service degree
● System Certified is no longer an option for new hires.
● Applicable credits in library service must be from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program or approved by the Commonwealth agency (OCL/PDE)
● Talk with your district consultant about the certification extension application
● These are NOT position titles, but levels of certification.