Senior Public Services Librarian: Lead Programs & Outreach

Mtlib; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

13 paid holidays

Vacation leave accrual

Job summary

FVRLibraries seeks a full-time Senior Public Services Librarian at Vancouver Community Library in Vancouver, WA. The role focuses on adult and reference services, public programs, outreach, and staff supervision.

The position requires a MLS/ALA-accredited degree, Washington State Librarian certification on hire, and several years of customer service and leadership experience. Strong teaching and technology skills are valued as we expand services and partnerships with schools and community groups.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or ability to obtain a Washington State Librarian certification upon hire.
• Minimum of three or more years of related work experience, including customer service experience.
• One or more years of supervisory experience or lead worker experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide general and specialized reference, reader’s advisory and material selection assistance to library patrons.
• Research and answer complex questions, including those referred by other staff.
• Provide instructions to patrons regarding library catalog searching, computer use, technology and use of personal information devices.

Skills

Customer service

Supervisory experience

Lead worker

Education

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (ALA-accredited)

Job description

FVRLibraries seeks a full-time Senior Public Services Librarian at Vancouver Community Library in Vancouver, WA. The role focuses on adult and reference services, public programs, outreach, and staff supervision.

The position requires a MLS/ALA-accredited degree, Washington State Librarian certification on hire, and several years of customer service and leadership experience. Strong teaching and technology skills are valued as we expand services and partnerships with schools and community groups.