Manager, Medical Library

Job Details

Kettering Health Dayton l Dayton l Full-time l Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Manager Library oversees the operations and strategic direction of the medical library, ensuring timely access to evidence-based resources that support clinical care, research, and education. This role advances information literacy and resource utilization for staff, providers, and learners, while maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

• Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited program

Required Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a medical or health sciences library setting, including progressive responsibility

Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of library operations and information resource management
• Proficiency with biomedical databases, electronic resource platforms, and integrated library systems
• Strong communication, training, and presentation skills
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information to support clinical and research needs
• Budget management and resource allocation skills
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, other regulatory agencies)
• Ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Leadership Capabilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop library staff to achieve departmental goals
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and customer service
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance library services and support institutional priorities
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the library environment

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

• Additional coursework or certification in health sciences or medical librarianship

Preferred Work Experience:

• Supervisory or management experience within a library environment

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Membership in the Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) through the Medical Library Association (MLA)