Employment

Public Services Manager

Schenectady County Public Library (SCPL) is hiring for a Public Services Manager position. SCPL is in an exciting time of transition as we wrap up a strategic planning process and look forward to rolling out an updated strategic plan.

SCPL is in an exciting time of transition as we work to implement a new strategic plan for 2026-2031, join us to be a part of implementing improvements and creating a strong culture in line with SCPL’s Teamwork Standards & Core Values.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, skill in supervising, training, counseling and evaluating assigned employees, and commitment to continuous improvement and self-directed learning are key along with thorough knowledge of current library theories, issues, practices and trends.

Minimum qualifications:

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years of experience providing services to the public, two (2) of which must have been in a library setting, and three (3) years of supervisory experience.

For the full Civil Service class specification, please click here.

Starting Salary:

$73,773

Schedule:

Primarily weekdays with occasional nights and weekends as needed (on call to handle urgent matters during nights and weekends).

Hours of Operation:

Main Library: Monday-Thursday (9am-8pm); Friday (9am-5pm); Saturday (10am-5pm); and Sunday (12pm-4pm)

Branches: Open Monday through Saturday with two weekday evenings until 7pm.

See Benefits Guideline document for full benefits information.

To apply:

Please submit a resume and cover letter to beth@scpl.org and complete the online Civil Service application on the Schenectady County website.