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$98.6K

$173.9K

How much do temporary library director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary library director in Baltimore, MD is $98,614.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $126,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Library Director vs Library Manager?

AspectTemporary Library DirectorLibrary Manager
CredentialsMaster's degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent, leadership experienceBachelor's degree in Library Science or related field, some management experience
Work EnvironmentPublic or academic library, temporary or project-based rolePublic, academic, or special libraries, ongoing management
Employer & Industry UsageLibraries seeking interim leadership or short-term projectsLibraries managing daily operations and staff
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding temporary leadership roles in librariesManaging library operations and staff

The Temporary Library Director typically fills short-term leadership gaps, requiring advanced credentials and leadership skills. In contrast, a Library Manager handles ongoing daily operations, often with less emphasis on senior management experience. Both roles are vital in library settings but differ mainly in duration, scope, and level of responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Library Director job openings in Baltimore, MD as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,614 per year, or $47.4 per hour.

STUDENT TRAINEE (LIBRARY AIDE)

Bureau of Naval Personnel

Annapolis, MD • On-site, Remote

$34K - $48K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Summary
DON Pathways Internship Program
You will serve as a Student Trainee (Library Aide) in the Academic Dean and Provost of NAVAL ACADEMY.
This internship is temporary not to exceed one year.
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Duties
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  • You will be sorting and shelving books and periodicals.
  • You will be assisting patrons with printers, microform and photocopy machines.
  • You will be performing a variety of special projects and tasks designed to keep the collection in good order.
  • You will be checking library materials in and out.
  • You will be answering a variety of questions concerning circulation functions.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.

Qualifications
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: http://https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PIP.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Applicants must possess:L
GS-02: Successful completion of a high school or GED diploma.
GS-03: Successful completion of 1 full academic year of post-high school study.
DEGREE AUDITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTES FOR TRANSCRIPTS.
Additional information
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
PROGRAM COMPLETION AND CONVERSION:
Interns may be converted to a permanent position (or, in some limited circumstances, to a term position lasting 1-4 years) within 120 days of successful completion of the program.
To be eligible for conversion, Interns must:
Complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquired through the Internship Program
Complete their degree or certificate requirements
Meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted
Meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement, and
Perform their job successfully
The Pathways appointment has promotion potential GS-03 If selected below the full performance level, incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.
If selected below the full performance level, incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.
Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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