How to hire a coordinator of library services

How to hire a coordinator of library services, step by step

Here's a step-by-step coordinator of library services hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a coordinator of library services job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new coordinator of library services
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the coordinator of library services you need to hire. Certain coordinator of library services roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A coordinator of library services's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, coordinators of library services from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of coordinators of library services.

   Type of Coordinator Of Library Services	Description	Hourly rate
   Coordinator Of Library Services	Library technicians and assistants help librarians with all aspects of running a library. They assist patrons, organize library materials and information, and perform clerical and administrative tasks.	$12-24
   Library Aide	A library aide is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of libraries. Typical duties include assisting customers in finding books, shelving books according to categories, and updating and maintaining customer profiles... Show more	$10-17
   Library Page	A library page is a professional who is responsible for organizing all returned books and other items while putting them in their proper places on the shelves. This library page must retrieve materials that are kept in secured areas and checking items that are returned from patrons... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Library Services
   • Library Materials
   • Library Resources
   • Data Entry
   • Research Assistance
   • Library System
   • Library Catalog
   • Collection Development
   • Interlibrary Loan
   • Cataloging
   • Reference Services
   • ILS
   • Circulation Desk
   • Library Collection

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   Responsibilities:

   • Oversee the library's daily functions, including patron-centered acquisitions, cataloging, and service- orient reference work.
   • Help Medicaid eligible members to secure both physical and behavioral services in the community by reviewing and preparing prior authorization requests.
   • Assess and discard non-fiction collections as assigned.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your coordinator of library services job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A coordinator of library services can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, coordinators of library services' average salary in arkansas is 48% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level coordinators of library services 48% less than senior-level coordinators of library services.
   • Certifications. A coordinator of library services with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a coordinator of library services's salary.

   Average coordinator of library services salary

   $36,904yearly

   $17.74 hourly rate

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   Entry-level coordinator of library services salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 29, 2025

4. Writing a coordinator of library services job description

   A good coordinator of library services job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a coordinator of library services job description:

   Coordinator of library services job description example

   Chattahoochee Valley Libraries seek energetic, forward-thinking, innovative applicants for the position of Adult Services Coordinator. The successful candidate will have exceptionally strong leadership and communication skills, organizational abilities, and community relations skills.
   
   This manager will oversee the 2nd floor of our main branch, Columbus Public Library, as well as coordinate Adult programming for all Chattahoochee Valley Libraries.
   Responsibilities of the Adult Services Coordinator include: · Supervising, scheduling, training, and evaluating a staff of 9 FTEs, including two Librarians. · Oversee the Genealogy and Local History Collections and recommend materials for purchase · Oversee the scheduling of Columbus Public Libraries Meeting Rooms and Study Rooms · Collaborate with CVL’s Programming Coordinator and Selection Manager on curating dynamic and engaging programs, services, and collections for Adults.
   Columbus Public Library is one of Georgia’s 10 most beautiful libraries, and the state’s 2nd largest public library. Columbus has a vibrant community, with attractions for all ages. Located just north of Ft. Benning, home of the National Infantry Museum, National Civil War Naval Museum; and just south of FDR State Park and Callaway Gardens. Bordering Alabama, Columbus sits on the Chattahoochee River, 90 miles southwest of Atlanta. Chattahoochee Valley Libraries serve Muscogee, Marion, Stewart, and Chattahoochee Counties.
   The anticipated start date for the position is December 1, 2022.
   Qualifications: Master of Library Science or Library and Information Studies Equivalency: Public Library experience and at least two years in a supervisory capacity and within six months of completion of a MLS or MLIS
   Salary: $60,000 / year
   ***All applications must be submitted through our website. You must upload a copy of your high school diploma/transcripts or college diploma/transcripts to submit an application. Please be prepared to upload those documents. If any of the required documents are missing, the application packet will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
   Deadline to apply: Friday, October 28 , 2022 by 11:59 PM
   Click here to read the full Job Description
   Thank you for your interest in the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries (CVL) - a division of the Muscogee County School District (MCSD).
   CVL/MCSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, gender, marital status, political affiliations, religion, national origin, the presence of mental, physical, or sensory disability, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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5. Post your job

   To find coordinators of library services for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any coordinators of library services they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level coordinators of library services with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting coordinators of library services requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new coordinator of library services

   Once you have selected a candidate for the coordinator of library services position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new coordinator of library services. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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