Adult Services Librarian – Business, Science and Technology and World Languages

Key Responsibilities

• Provide reference services and readers' advisory
• Develop and deliver programming
• Engage in community partnerships
• Support system-wide service initiatives
• Design and deliver training and instruction
• Create and give presentations
• Manage projects
• Develop and maintain expertise in information resources
• Ensure collection reflects community needs
• Support community needs and interests
• Lead staff, volunteers, patrons, and partners
• Initiate conversations about service delivery
• Develop and conduct outcomes-based evaluations

Requirements

Education

MLS or MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited library school

Experience

At least one year of experience providing information services to the general public

Required Skills

• Cultural competency
• Community engagement
• Program development
• Reference services
• Readers' advisory
• Project management
• Excellent communication
• Customer service
• Teamwork
• Technology proficiency
• Adaptability
• Problem-solving
• Interpersonal skills

Required Certifications

• Washington State Librarian Certification

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance