Children's Services Librarian - Redmond

Children's Services Librarian

King County Library System (KCLS) is seeking a community-oriented and enthusiastic Children's Services Librarian to serve the Redmond library community, which is part of the Cascade Region of KCLS libraries. The Cascade Region includes Fall City, North Bend, Redmond, Sammamish, and Snoqualmie.

As a Children's Services Librarian, you will deliver a wide range of professional in-library, outreach, and online programs and services for children, caregivers, families, schools, and community organizations. This role provides both basic and in-depth informational and technology assistance in person, by phone, and at outreach locations. The position also contributes to the selection and maintenance of regional KCLS materials to support the educational, recreational, and informational needs of the community.

Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to stay organized, particularly when budgeting and coordinating events and programs.

Successful candidates will:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in public service.
• Value collaborative relationships with community members, partner organizations, and colleagues across KCLS.
• Respond to the evolving needs of King County residents by developing and delivering programs and services that reflect the unique needs of diverse populations.

Applicants must attach a current resume and cover letter which addresses why they are interested in the position and how they meet the qualifications listed.

Schedule:

Sunday, 10:30am-6:15pm

Monday, 9:30am-5:30pm

Tuesday, 12:15pm-8:15pm

Wednesday, 10:00am-6:15pm

Thursday, 10:15am-6:15pm

All shifts at Redmond

About King County Library System (KCLS): KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision, we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons, providing an unparalleled collection of library materials, resources, technology, services, and programs. Approximately 1,000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 community library locations and patron engagement using direct outreach, programs, and virtual assistance.

Our service area includes cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle. From a  comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report, of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area, almost half identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC).

Moreover, roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language. The King County Library System values the diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures of all qualified individuals. We seek applicants that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other people of color), immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, veterans, etc.

KCLS welcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire. Need an accommodation to apply or interview? Call  or email employment. KCLS ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

KCLS does not tolerate discrimination or harassment during any stage of employment, including in recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation, or training.

Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities:

Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents, however, and do not include all specific tasks an incumbent may be expected to perform.