The Carnegie Free Library of McKeesport (CLFM) is seeking an experienced and visionary administrative professional to lead the main library and its two branches (Duquesne and White Oak). The library serves a diverse population in the McKeesport Area and is a member of the Allegheny County Library Association. The library is friendly, welcoming and community-minded.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Master’s degree in Library Science from ALA accredited program
· Three years of progressively responsible professional library experience, two years of which must be in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
· Interpersonal skills to collaborate with various internal and external groups
· Strong oral and written communication skills
This is a full-time salaried position which reports to the Board of Directors. Starting Salary Range: $55,000-$57,000. Excellent benefits include medical, retirement, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays and paid personal leave…all available when reaching eligibility.
The application packet should include a letter of interest, current resume, three professional references (who can speak to the qualities required of he position) and documentation of FBI and PA Criminal Background Checks and PA Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 34, Act 114, and Act 151)
Application packet should be sent by November 15, 2026 to
Michele Parrish, Administrative Assistant:
email: parrishm@mckeesportlibrary.org
fax: 412.672.7860
mail: Carnegie Free Library of McKeesport,1507 Library Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Board of the CLFM, the Library Director is responsible for the overall strategic and day-to-day operations of the library system.
· Serves as CEO of the library and all branches including staff and services.
· Oversees, initiates, and implements strategic planning, technology developments and acquisition, and manages facility maintenance and development.
· Develops and manages Operating and Capital Budgets, pursues grants and external funding; manages personnel expenditures, collection development, and patron services. Prepares financial reports.
· Applies leadership strategies to resolve library and personnel issues.
· Directly manages all staff and volunteers, including hiring, training, scheduling, division or work, evaluation, and disciplinary actions.
· Prepares for and participates in all Library Board meetings
· Prepares all required County and State reports
· Develops and evaluates library services especially in relation to changing community needs. Creates opportunities for community communication needs and desires regarding library services and access.
· Models expected behaviors and competencies and enforces rules of conduct.
· Acts as the public face of the Library, promoting its services and values to the community.
· Builds relationships with local government, schools businesses and community organizations.
· Participates in professional development and participates in professional development organizations, state meetings, workshops, continuing education courses and professional reading.
· Develops, reviews and analyzes statistical information and financial reports. Generates periodic reports.
· Collaborates with the Board of Directors
· Performs other duties as assigned.