Children’s Services Librarian: Outreach & Programs

King County Library System; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Library System in Redmond, WA seeks a Children’s Services Librarian to deliver in-library, outreach, and online programs for children and families. You will provide information and technology assistance, and contribute to collection development while partnering with community organizations and schools.

The ideal candidate holds an MLS from an ALA-accredited program, with strong communication skills and experience in budgetable event coordination in a public library setting.

Qualifications

• MLS degree from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent
• Experience in children's services and information literacy
• Ability to develop outreach programs and collaborate with community partners

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver children's programs and readers' advisory services
• Develop partnerships with community organizations and schools
• Provide information and technology assistance to children and families
• Support collection development for children’s materials
• Engage diverse communities through programs and outreach

Skills

Public service

Communication

Community engagement

Diversity & inclusion

Education

MLS degree

ALA accreditation

Tools

Library technology

Job description

King County Library System in Redmond, WA seeks a Children’s Services Librarian to deliver in-library, outreach, and online programs for children and families. You will provide information and technology assistance, and contribute to collection development while partnering with community organizations and schools.

The ideal candidate holds an MLS from an ALA-accredited program, with strong communication skills and experience in budgetable event coordination in a public library setting.