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Librarian, Youth Services
City of Tacoma —Tacoma, WA
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- Bilingual
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian - Public Health and Health Sciences Strategy Librarian
University of Washington —Seattle, WA
- $6,710 - $8,080 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Urgent Care
- Mid-level
- University
- Retirement plan
Director, Library Services
City University of Seattle —Seattle, WA
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Doctoral degree
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- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Associate Librarian - Rare Books Curator
University of Washington —Seattle, WA
- $7,380 - $8,080 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
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- Retirement plan
Associate Faculty (PT), Librarian Pool
Edmonds Community College —Lynnwood, WA
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Director Public Services
Kitsap Regional Library —Bremerton, WA
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- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
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- Public speaking
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- Paid holidays
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Olympic College —Bremerton, WA
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- Weekends as needed
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Librarian, Youth Services

City of Tacoma -
Tacoma, WA

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Job Details

$83,928 - $102,024 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Youth recreational activities facilitation
Bilingual
Establishing local partnerships in a community engagement role
Library event programming
Youth engagement programs
Program development
Student reading programs
Instruction sessions (reference services)
Local agency collaboration
Public speaking
Educational talks
Mid-level
Library collection selection
Task prioritization
Decision making
Master's degree in library science
Library Science
Master's degree in library and information science
Library collection acquisition
Organizational skills
Educational innovation
Educational program planning
Managing projects
Master of Library & Information Science
Technical skills instruction
Cross-functional collaboration
Activity planning for children
Establishing community partnerships in an education administration role
Experience working with families with children
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Position Description

Tacoma Public Library (TPL) is looking for a Youth Services Librarian to join their team! In this role you will be developing and delivering community-driven services to residents of the urban community of Tacoma.

We are seeking talented individuals to join our team, who:

Are committed to collaborating with our community in order to deliver library materials services
Are committed to working to support and deliver user-focused services
Are passionate about racial equity and social justice
Have demonstrated success in cross functional teams and in neighborhood library operations
Have a vision and understanding of youth services including current and future needs

If you believe that the library can empower the community by bringing people together to discover, connect, create, learn, and thrive, your next position may be at TPL! We welcome applicants of all abilities.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a Youth Services Librarian to empower Tacoma's youth from infant through teen to become creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody these characteristics themselves.

Are you excited about the idea of working in a diverse urban library system? The ideal candidate is committed to racial equity and social justice and has a passion for developing, promoting and facilitating innovative programs to build literacy and a love of reading to meet the expressed and anticipated educational, recreational and cultural information needs of our diverse community including book discussions, author talks, digital navigation, classes, literacy sessions, arts and wellness activities, story-times, STEAM activities, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community.

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Tacoma Public Library employees. All employees are expected to model and apply our equity and social justice shared values, behaviors, and practices.

Responsibilities include:

Develop, plan and conduct comprehensive programming for toddlers, preschoolers, school age children, teens, and their families and caregivers
Provide outreach and develop partnerships with community-based organizations, city support agencies, child and teen educational institutions and local businesses to promote the library's services, programs and collections with a focus on children, teens, and their families and caregivers
Determine public programming needs for children and teens, including identification of new and underserved populations
Engage library patrons with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones
Collaborate with the collection and technical services team to build and maintain a collection that anticipates and meets the needs of children and teens, ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community
Encourage digital literacy and provide technology instruction with a focus on children, teens and their families and caregivers
Participate with others in cross-functional teams to accomplish goals and objectives
Maintain the appearance of the children's space ensuring a safe and inviting atmosphere filled with relevant resources for children and their families
Collaborate with the Library's Public Information Office to promote and market your amazing programming
Explains, demonstrates, and assists patrons in the use of library resources; helps patrons to identify, locate, and retrieve materials appropriate to their interests
Participate in branch activities and library initiatives

Qualifications

Required:
Master of Library Science (MLS) or a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from an accredited library school and/or Washington State certification as a Librarian or currently enrolled in such a program with completion within 6 months of hire.

Desired:

Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for children and their parents/caregivers
Experience developing, maintaining and marketing youth collections
Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools
Experience working successfully as part of a team
Strong organization and planning skills
Bilingual skills desired

Knowledge & Skills

Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage
Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
Knowledge and appreciation of children's literature, audiovisual materials, computer resources, and other materials that constitute a balanced, relevant youth collection
Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for children in urban public libraries
Ability to translate the needs and interests of children and teens into materials for our collection, in all formats
Ability to innovate and think creatively
Ability to map out a process from idea through implementation, to set and meet project timelines, and to communicate effectively to project stakeholders
Ability to identify, plan and prioritize job responsibilities and tasks
Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills including public speaking ability
Ability to recognize and set priorities and to use initiative and independent decision-making skills
Ability to be flexible and adapt to change

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

Tacoma Public Library Stands Against Racism and White Supremacy
Tacoma Public Library is opposed to white supremacy in all of its forms and is committed to fostering an organization that is actively anti-racist. We believe that Black Lives Matter. We are grieving with our black community and all communities of color who continue to be harmed by institutionalized racism. We are committed to being a trusted community resource available to all and will provide resources and public programs that seek to reflect the values of anti-racism and elevate the voices of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).

Tacoma Public Library
Tacoma Public Library (TPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for more than 125 years. TPL's neighborhood libraries originated with Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century and are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service-and vital community hubs-that continue to provide far more than free books and materials.

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All interested individuals must apply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position.

This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the Tacoma Public Library and Local 120.

Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Annual Salary: $89,928.00 - $102,024.00
Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma
(NOTE: TPL offers City of Tacoma benefits with alternate life insurance, Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and leave accruals.)

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Communication with the City of Tacoma
NOTE: For questions regarding this specific recruitment contact Kat Flores, HR Analyst
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