What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian II position at City of Tacoma?
At Tacoma Public Library (TPL), our mission is to empower our community by bringing people together to discover, connect, create, learn and thrive. Want to make an impact? We're looking individuals who will play a meaningful role on teams in our neighborhood libraries. As a Librarian II at TPL you will supervise a neighborhood library under the leadership of a Neighborhood Services Manager, performing professional library activities including all (age) levels of information and reference, general readers' advisory service, collection development, and outreach services to meet the educational, recreational, and cultural information needs of the community. You will ensure that patrons of your assigned branch are greeted with a smile and made to feel welcome at their library.
The ideal candidate is passionate about providing excellent customer service, developing strong community relationships, working collaboratively with others, and is committed to racial equity and social justice to respond to Tacoma’s diverse communities’ needs and opportunities. 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:
- At the direction of the Neighborhood Services Manager, supervise professional and technical staff, assist with training and development and assignment of work, and assists in evaluation of employee performance
- Perform public service activities that are responsive to evolving community needs and interests
- Plan and implement innovative programs and services to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community including book discussions, author talks, technology classes, financial literacy sessions, arts and wellness activities, story times, STEM and STEAM activities, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community
- Provide a variety of reference services to assist patrons in accessing library materials, technology and online resources
- Provide reader's advisory, helping patrons find the right book for them
- Partner with the collection development team to build and maintain assigned collection ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community
- Conduct outreach and cultivate relationships with community partners
- Encourage digital literacy and provides technology instruction
- Develop and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for patrons
- Interpret Library policies and procedures, resolve emergency situations, report problems, and assure adherence to operating procedures
- Master's degree in Library and Information Studies or Library Science
- Two (2) years' experience working as a Librarian or the equivalent of three (3) or more years' full-time work experience in a library setting, preferably in public services.
- Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends in urban public libraries.
- Experience developing, planning, and presenting activities, programs and services to children, teens and/or adults.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1 year working in a supervisory capacity
- Fluency in more than one language
A Washington State Librarian's Certification is required within 60 days of hireApplicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental questionnaire scored. Candidates who pass the assessment will be ranked on the eligible list and their application materials will be reviewed for interview and hiring consideration. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the Tacoma Public Library and Local 120. Individuals given a conditional offer of employment must also pass a background check. New employees must successfully complete a six month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.
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.
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.
Learn more about the Tacoma Public Library and the services we provide at www.tacomalibrary.org and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to stay up to date on exciting things happening at the library, and to be notified of other career opportunities with us.
The City of Tacoma
Tacoma is one of the nation's healthiest, safest, and most playful cities. We have daily access to stunning natural surroundings and a great quality of life. We are Washington's most diverse big city, with arts, culture, libraries, parks, and recreational opportunities that are envied by much larger cities. We recognize how lucky we are, but we know we can make it even better –together.
Tacoma is a mid-sized urban port city that sits along the Puget Sound with a population of nearly 210,000. The third largest city in the state of Washington, it is a diverse, progressive international gateway to the Pacific Rim.
Propelled by significant developments such as the University of Washington Tacoma, the impressive and distinct Museum District, the bustling historic Theater District, Tacoma Link light rail system, the restored urban waterfront of the Thea Foss Waterway, the expansions of both the MultiCare and Franciscan health systems, and a significant influx of foreign direct investment in its downtown core, Tacoma has evolved considerably since the 1990s.
Tacoma boasts the state's highest density of art and history museums, and is home to a flourishing creative community of writers, artists, musicians, photographers, filmmakers, chefs, entrepreneurs, and small business owners who each add their unique flair to the city's vibrant commercial landscape. The iconic Tacoma Dome and magnificently restored Pantages Theater have endured as a high-demand venue for some of the largest names in the entertainment industry.
A magnet for families looking for affordable housing options in the Puget Sound area, Tacoma also draws those who prefer to live in a more urban downtown setting with competitively priced condos and apartments that feature panoramic mountain and water views.
Tacoma's natural beauty and proximity to the Puget Sound and Mount Rainier draws hikers, runners, bicyclists, and maritime enthusiasts to the area. Its lively social scene is infused with energy by thousands of students attending the University of Washington Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound, Pacific Lutheran University, the Evergreen State College Tacoma campus, and Tacoma Community College, as well as a number of local trade and technical colleges. Its prime location – just 20 minutes south of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, 30 miles north of the state capital in Olympia, and within 10 miles of the U.S. Department of Defense's premier military installation on the West Coast – only adds to Tacoma's desirability. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!
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