Librarian III

Sonoma County Library; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoma County Library seeks a Librarian III to lead children’s and teen services at the Petaluma Regional Library. The role focuses on program development, community engagement, and inclusive experiences for youth and families.

The ideal candidate will supervise branch staff, collaborate with community partners, and bring strong knowledge of youth services to enhance library programs.

Qualifications

• Lead development, implementation, and evaluation of children's and teen library services and programs.
• Identify current and future community needs and lead specialized projects and initiatives.
• Develop partnerships with community organizations and educational agencies.
• Spanish bilingual skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in children's and teen library services and programs at the Petaluma Regional Library.
• Supervise branch staff and contribute to program planning and evaluation.
• Engage with the community to create welcoming and inclusive library experiences for youth and families.

Skills

Youth services

Program development

Community engagement

Staff supervision

Partnership development

Job description

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity

LIBRARIAN III – PETALUMA REGIONAL LIBRARY

40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL-TIME

We are seeking an experienced and customer service-focused Librarian III to provide leadership in children’s and teen services for the Petaluma Regional Library. The ideal candidate will be an experienced library professional with strong knowledge of youth services, program development, community engagement, and a commitment to creating welcoming and inclusive library experiences for children, teens, and their families.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must complete the Supplemental Questions. Candidates who successfully complete the interview process will be added to a pre-qualified list and may be considered for other vacancies that arise in the next twelve months. Spanish bilingual skills are preferred.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Under general supervision, the Librarian III provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of children’s and teen library services and programs at the Petaluma Regional Library. The position identifies current and future community needs, leads specialized projects and initiatives, develops partnerships with community organizations and educational agencies, supervises several branch staff, and provides professional