Andrew Medlar

Andrew Medlar is an experienced library professional currently serving as President & Director of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh since May 2022. Previously, Andrew held the position of Director of BookOps at The New York Public Library from March 2018 to May 2022, overseeing shared services for both New York Public Library and Brooklyn Public Library. Andrew's extensive career at Chicago Public Library spanned over two decades, where roles included Assistant Chief for Technology, Content, & Innovation, Assistant Commissioner for Collections, Youth Materials Specialist, and Librarian. Additionally, Andrew contributed to academia as an Adjunct Instructor at Dominican University Graduate School of Library and Information Science from May 2003 to August 2009, teaching courses focused on library materials for children and young adults. Educational credentials include a Professional Graduate Certificate in Organizational Behavior Studies from Harvard Extension School, a Master of Library & Information Science from Rutgers University, and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Miami University.