Library Associate - Public Services

Closing Date:
June 28, 2026 - 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
Applications must be completed and submitted prior to 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the closing date to be considered. Once you submit your application, you will no longer be able to make revisions or attach documents.

Pay Range: $31.40 - $43.00 hourly
Job Status:
Part-Time
Hours Per Week: 28

Employment Type:

Regular
FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Location:

Arlington, WA

Job Summary

The Library Associate performs skilled paraprofessional library support services at one or more community libraries to contribute to the Library District's effective operation, providing library services, spaces, and resources that are representative of diverse cultures and perspectives, intentionally inclusive, and accessible to everyone.

In providing customer service at the Arlington Library, you may encounter situations that require de-escalation or assistance from the Library Manager or another Person-In-Charge. Adaptability and familiarity with working with a wide range of age groups are crucial for this role.

The work schedule for this position will include mostly weekends, with some mornings, afternoons, and evenings. The successful candidate may be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending on library needs. Excellent customer service and support of equity, diversity and inclusion are highly valued qualifications. This position has a focus on adult programming and will run the branch's weekly Talk Time program.

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 2.

We Value Lived Experience

Sno-Isle Libraries is committed to embedding equity into our organization. As we engage in equity work, it's important to have a good foundation to frame the work and then provide training opportunities to build skills and knowledge.

We value and embrace the unique experiences our staff members bring to the organization and recognize how their experiences improve the service we provide.

Benefits
All Sno-Isle Libraries employees are eligible for sick leave, vacation leave, paid holidays, dental coverage, an employee assistance program, and an employer-paid ORCA Passport card. Employees working 20 or more hours per week also receive additional benefits such as medical and vision coverage, retirement savings, life insurance, and flexible healthcare and daycare spending accounts. For more information about these benefits, visit our employment webpage at sno-isle.org/employment.

Essential Functions

Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Provide general, basic reference and information service by assisting customers in the use of library facilities, equipment, resources, and services. Refer complex readers' advisory and reference questions to a Librarian or appropriate staff member.

Provide courteous and efficient customer service by performing circulation desk tasks.

Create and present programming for all customer groups as assigned.

Develop program materials, including reading lists, promotional displays, and presentation materials.

Provide training to customers in basic library skills including the use of public computers, catalog and reference computers, Internet, and devices.

Assist customers in resolving technical problems or issues. Maintain and troubleshoot equipment utilized in a community library.

Perform collection maintenance activities through the use of reports and data, to include weeding the collection for condition as well as reallocation of library materials.

Perform other library support services including opening and closing buildings and assisting in maintaining the library in neat, clean, and orderly condition.

May be designated in charge of the community library in the absence of other supervisory staff or building manager.

Travel from one work site to another as staffing needs require.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Make presentations to the public as assigned.

Prepare correspondence and reports.

Train new staff as needed.

Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops as assigned.

Assist with special projects as required.

Participate on committees or teams as assigned.

May serve as the volunteer coordinator of a community library.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision

Positions of the class typically report to a Library Manager, Assistant Library Manager, or Library Circulation Supervisor. Although direct supervision is not a normal part of the position's work, incumbents may be designated as lead people to provide work direction to coworkers or volunteers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of established web-based databases and techniques of searching and accessing those resources.

Thorough knowledge of established practices and…