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State Librarian, Deputy Secretary of Libraries (Commissioner For Libraries)

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State Librarian, Deputy Secretary of Libraries (Commissioner For Libraries)

Salary

$193,409.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-38495

Department

Department of Education

Division

ED Cmwl Lbry

Opening Date

01/05/2026

Closing Date

2/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

U0590

Position Number

00117467

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

A8

Pay Group

DS01

Bureau / Division Code

00162400

Bureau / Division

Commonwealth Libraries

Worksite Address

607 South Drive

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17120

Contact Name

Carrie Cleary

Contact Phone

717.783.5725

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

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THE POSITION

Are you passionate about leading the future of library services and shaping lifelong learning across the Commonwealth? The Department of Education, Commonwealth Libraries is searching for a forward-thinking leader eager to influence policy and expand access to knowledge. As a Deputy Secretary, you will advise the Secretary of Education and the Department’s senior team through administrative work, directing and improving library services in public, school, academic, and special libraries. Take advantage of this opportunity to influence public policy, guide innovation, and strengthen libraries across Pennsylvania!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for providing advice and counsel to the Secretary of Education on pending legislation that could affect the state’s libraries and recommending new legislation or regulations to achieve statewide library program goals and objectives. You will have the opportunity to utilize your extensive background to plan, direct, and coordinate the development, expansion, and improvement of library services and programs, while also overseeing the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Bureau of State Library, and Bureau of Library Development. Having the ability to establish and maintain working relationships with institutions of higher education and professional development organizations will be essential to establish priorities on the training of librarians and library staff. Additional responsibilities include:

+ Conducting studies of library problems throughout the state

+ Recommending solutions to the Secretary regarding issues and making the findings available to all libraries

+ Serving as a member of various boards and representing the Secretary of Education at meetings with the legislature, Commonwealth agencies, and other entities

+ Promoting and supporting libraries throughout the state to increase services and resources

+ Overseeing the allocation and administration of federal and state funds

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00117467)

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ A minimum of ten years of experience in professional library work including seven years in a supervisory or administrative capacity with an academic, public, school, or special library, or a professional library organization and Master's degree or fifth year degree in library science, from a program approved by the Department of Education or accredited by the American Library Association;or

+ An equivalent combination of experience or training

Additional Requirements:

+ You must reside in or be willing to relocate to Pennsylvania upon hire.

+ You must attach a curriculum vitae or resume and letter of interest.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

+ Understanding of state government and/or experience working in a complex or large organizational environment

How to Apply:

+ Your application must include acurriculum vitaeorresume andletter of interest.

+ You must attach a cover letter and resume to your application for review by the hiring manager. However, the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

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For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

How many years of full-time experience in professional library work do you possess?

+ 10 years or more

+ 9 but less than 10 years

+ 8 but less than 9 years

+ 7 but less than 8 years

+ 6 but less than 7 years

+ 5 but less than 6 years

+ Less than 5 years

+ None

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess seven years or more of full-time experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity with an academic, public, school, or special library, or a professional library organization?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Do you possess a master’s degree in library science, from a program approved by the Department of Education or accredited by the American Library Association? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer “Yes” to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org (”www.naces.org/”target=_blank”) and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ Yes

+ No

06

How much graduate coursework have you completed in library science, library services, or a closely related field ? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 30 credits or more

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

07

Additional Requirement- Do you currently reside in or are you willing to relocate to Pennsylvania?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Additional Requirement- Did you attach a curriculum vitae or resume and letter of interest?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Preferred Criteria- Do you have an understanding of state government and/or experience working in a complex or large organizational environment?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov