Librarian, Sno-Isle Library System, Snohomish, WA

The successful candidate will provide excellent information and readers’ advisory services to all ages.  Continue and build upon existing strong partnerships with schools and other youth-serving agencies.  Demonstrate competent knowledge of current technologies; judgment when using reference databases and print resources; flexibility in trying new approaches to customer service; creativity and enthusiasm when promoting library programs and initiatives; and outstanding communication skills in public and work-team settings.  This position may include morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours including Sundays. Successful candidate may be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending on library needs. Job 7956 closes 3.3.14.

TYPICAL DUTIES.

 Plan, develop, and create programs for youth and adult audiences, including reading programs, literacy-improvement projects, recreational reading, and learning programs for various age groups

 Provide exceptional general readers’ advisory and reference services in a collaborative environment

 Apply computer and technology skills to provide effective customer service, communications, and presentations for all ages

 Explain and demonstrate procedures and methods for bibliographic and reference searches

 Explain and assist with usage of library facilities, equipment, rules, and services which may include written and oral instruction and/or training of customers and staff

 Maintain regular communication with other agencies, institutions, and organizations serving the community

 Assist in management of materials collection through assessment and interpretation of customer interests and analysis of library-usage reports

 Maintain and develop reference materials and sources

REQUIRED.  A Master’s degree in Library Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university, or completion of MLIS degree within six months of hire. Must have or be able to obtain a Washington State Librarian certificate upon employment.

STARTING PAY. $4,640.13-$6.378.67 per month.

APPLICATION. A Sno-Isle application is required for each position applying for and must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Applications and employment information available online: http://www.sno-isle.org. Sno-Isle Libraries, Marysville Service Center, 7312 35th Ave. NE, Marysville, WA 98271-7417, Phone (360) 651-7000, (425) 339-1711, Fax (360) 651-7151, Job Line (360) 651-7040, TTY 1 (800) 647-3753