<p>This posting is open to the public. This posting is not the promotional opportunity for existing Free Library employees with permanent Civil Service status as a Librarian 2 with the City. If you are a Librarian and a city employee, please apply for the posting with "Citywide Promotional" or "PR" in the posting tagline.</p> <p>The Free Library of Philadelphia is hiring experienced librarians to join their dedicated team. Candidates with a Master's in Library Science AND at least three years of experience in a large, urban library system are encouraged to apply. We offer the opportunity to make an impact on the curiosity and learning of our diverse community. </p> <p>Please be sure to attach a copy of your transcript with your application.</p> <p>Apply by May 11, 2025.</p> <p>Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee!</p> <ul> <li>Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key Cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails. </li><li>Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too! </li><li>Qualify for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program - This program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loan after you've made the equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full time for the City of Philadelphia. Learn more here: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service </li></ul> <p>ABOUT THE POSITION</p> <p>This is first supervisory level library work in a municipal library system. Employees in this class either manage a branch or a special collection, a technical services operations, a library system function that provides regional services or assist a manager of a City-wide reference and information department. Work includes performing difficult or original cataloging or ordering of rare books, orchestral music titles, and specialized library materials, participating in materials selections, performing technical services, implementing staff training programs, and program development and evaluation. Supervising the provision of reference and reader advisory services, technical services, and rare book or orchestral music cataloging, through subordinate librarians, technicians and clerical personnel, and contacting representatives of outside organizations to promote the library's services and solicit their assistance are significant aspects of the work. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher level librarian or library administrator.</p>