Library Operations Supervisor, Mont Alto Campus

The Pennsylvania State University
paid time off, sick time, remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Mont Alto
Jun 09, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. This position is funded for 11 months; continuation past 11 months will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. POSITION SPECIFICS A Library Operations Supervisor is being sought to oversee and manage daily tasks and operations at the Mont Alto Library, while providing high-quality front-desk service. The Mont Alto Library provides the Penn State Mont Alto campus and community with access to all of the resources and services offered by the Pennsylvania State University Libraries - one of the Top 10 research libraries in North America. The Library Operations Supervisor plays a vital role on the libraries' small, high-impact team and works closely with the Instruction Librarian and Head Librarian (the supervisor of this role). The Library Operations Supervisor will work both independently and collaboratively, utilizing dependability, organizational, and professional judgment skills, to complete this position's responsibilities, which include but are not limited to: Ensuring high-quality service at the front desk; responding to and meeting the needs of students, faculty, and other library users Facilitating interlibrary loan and course reserves requests Maintaining the library's physical collection; shelving and moving books Hiring, scheduling, and supervising student workers Ordering and processing library materials and supplies Planning and assisting with library events and programming Serving as a liaison to other departments of the University Libraries including technical support units This position will be required to work onsite and will include very infrequent evenings and weekends to assist with events and staffing needs. After training, the Library Operations Supervisor will also work with various computer systems to carry out library functions, including Workflows (library circulation and cataloging), Workday (human resources functions), and Springshare modules (for additional library services). Qualifications: Driven to provide excellent customer service Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability and willingness to learn job-related software Demonstrated ability to thrive in collaborative, team-oriented environments Candidates must possess a commitment to working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and cultures and be supportive of a collaborative work environment. MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS 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 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 Application Information: Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. Additional Information: This position will report to the Head Librarian at the Mont Alto Library. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES 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. SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $42,100.00 - $67,300.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure 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. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). 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