City of Mount Vernon is hiring: Librarian - Public Services in Mount Vernon

Overview

Under director supervision, a Librarian oversees all operational activities, services, and staff performance to include hiring, supervising, evaluating, and training in a service area and provides general assistance to all Library patrons.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference assistance and advanced reader’s advisory to Library patrons both in person and via phone and email; assists patrons with using library technology, locating materials, conducting research, accessing accounts, and checking in and out materials.
• Develops and maintains assigned materials collections; weeds collection materials and evaluates donations; researches book reviews and patron requests; orders new materials; catalogs materials for checkout.
• Serves on Library management team; assists with resolving staff and patron issues, complaints, and conflicts; enforces Library policies.
• Plans, prepares, schedules, and presents assigned programs; evaluates programs and activities and makes adjustments as needed.
• Creates marketing and promotional materials for assigned programs; updates the Library website with program information; suggests materials for social media posts.
• Manages assigned program budget and materials; orders print materials, program and operating supplies, and furniture.
• Onboards, trains and manages assigned Library staff and volunteers.
• Participates in staff and professional development via meetings, workshops, training programs, and conferences.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Preference may be given to bilingual candidates, particularly in Spanish/English.

Education, Training, And Experience Guidelines

Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science AND three (3) years of progressively responsible library related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge Of

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• General office policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Customer service principles, practices, and etiquette.
• Records maintenance and retention policies and procedures.
• Modern library systems, principles, and practices.
• Research methods and information resources.
• Modern library equipment and software.
• Supervisory principles and practices.
• Budget management and implementation.
• Library collection and materials management practices and methods.
• Dewey Decimal system and library cataloging methods.

Skill In

• Identifying and researching customer needs.
• Researching, planning, coordinating, and evaluating programming, services, and events.
• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems.
• Providing effective supervision, leadership, and direction to assigned staff.
• Monitoring and implementing programs and services within budgetary constraints.
• Researching and developing an assigned library collection.
• Interacting tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.
• Organizing and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Completing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy.
• Preparing clear and concise communications, reports, and technical documents.
• Analyzing complex issues and implementing appropriate responses.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

License And Certification Requirements

• A valid state Librarian certificate.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances
• Life Insurance policy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Department of Retirement Systems Retirement Plan
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave
• Gym Membership reimbursement
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)

Application Process

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume with their application. Applications must be received no later than 11:59 pm on Thursday, September 18, 2025.

For additional information, or a complete job description, please contact visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mtvernonwa/classspecs?keywords=librarian

Equal Opportunity

The City of Mount Vernon provides and enforces a drug free workplace and maintains a smoke free work environment. The City of Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.