Bilingual Branch Librarian MLIS/MLS - Mattawa

The Role
Your adventure starts here! NCW Libraries is looking for a community-minded bilingual library professional with great people skills and a passion for serving our Mattawa Library. This is a solo-librarian branch located in Grant County. Due to the rural nature of this location, the ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, engaging, and innovative! Library programs, when possible, offer crucial opportunities for community connection, so programming and educational experience is desired!

Application Materials
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume in one PDF document. Your cover letter must summarize your education and experience as it relates to the position.  Incomplete materials will not be considered. 

Job Title: Branch Librarian MLS/MLIS – Mattawa
Bilingual Requirement:  English and Spanish
Position Type: Full-Time, 40 hours
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Wage: Grade M $30.96 per hour-$41.61 per hour
All new hires are placed at the rate of the beginning salary of the job classification, unless previous relevant experience and education warrant a higher salary than entry level.
Bargaining Unit: Represented

Position Summary:
Performs advanced administrative work in planning, organizing, and managing day-to-day operations of a branch library, ensuring efficient delivery of library materials and services. Oversees branch program planning and related work as apparent or assigned. Oversees, trains, and assists in scheduling staff. Serves as a liaison between NCW Libraries and the community and promotes the library and its services. Maintains an awareness of customer needs and new technologies, resources and services that will meet these needs. Must work consistently within NCW Libraries standards and policy directives and support the libraries mission of “Connecting the people of North Central Washington to vital resources and opportunities that foster individual growth and strengthen communities.”

This position reports to an Area Manager.

This position reports to an Area Manager.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Champions excellent customer service and support in all staff and patron interactions.
• Provides prompt and knowledgeable assistance to all library users and assists with the instruction of library technology.
• Plans, schedules, and organizes daily, weekly, and monthly programs for a diverse audience.
• Develops and promotes story time events.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies.
• Promotes and develops library engagement opportunities within the community.
• Comprehensive knowledge and responsibility for the circulation of library materials, including new user registration, account issues, payments, book reservations, and shelving.
• Oversees and trains Volunteers.
• Ensures all staff and volunteers are performing assigned duties and meeting customer service standards.
• Assists in collection development and follows NCW Libraries’ Collection Development Policy.
• Respects the confidentiality of library users and records in accordance with NCW Libraries’ Confidentiality Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Master’s degree in librarianship from an ALA accredited graduate program required (MLS or MLIS).
Three years related experience. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of modern library operation.
• Demonstrated computer literacy and the ability to effectively assist patrons with library technology.
• Knowledge and adherence to library policies and the ALA Code of Ethics.
• Knowledge of personnel and time management principles.
• Ability to identify, establish and maintain community partnerships and serve as an ambassador for NCW Libraries.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patrons, the community and NCW Library staff.
• Ability to speak in public and present to city leaders and community meetings.

Work Environment & Physical Demands: 

• Normally seated, standing, or walking at will.
• Normal physical activity includes some bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting and carrying, which may range up to 45 lbs. upon occasion.  Walking up and down stairs.
• Keyboarding and working at a computer monitor for extended periods required.
• Phone usage, reading, speaking, and listening.
• Interaction with library system staff, library customers, other libraries, agencies and organizations, or vendors will  be necessary to resolve situations or problems.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Special Requirements:

• Fluency in English and Spanish required, and we welcome candidates who have lived experiences in both cultures. Such backgrounds enrich our team and enhance our ability to connect with the diverse community we serve.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
  
  

EEO
NCW Libraries values diversity at all levels of the organization and is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. 

Salary : $31 - $42