Librarian I - Day Laborer

LIBRARIAN I

DAY LABORER

$42.20-$51.30/per hour

The City of Everett is currently accepting applications for a part-time Librarian I. This position requires work at both Evergreen Branch Library and the Main Library in Everett, WA. This temporary position will work 27 hours per week until 9/1/2026. It is mandatory that the employee in this position contribute to the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System. This contribution is refundable upon the employee’s request at the completion of employment. These positions are not provided with City of Everett benefits.

Nature Of Work

This is professional level library work responsible for serving customers’ needs by providing information, reference, reader’s advisory, instructional, and programming services. The librarian may deliver library service in person, over the phone, and by email.

This position may plan and lead programs and events and may select materials for the library collection and manage an assigned collection area. This position reports to a Librarian III.

Illustrative Examples Of Work

• Conduct reference interviews with patrons of all ages and provide answers to reference questions of various levels of sophistication using appropriate resources, such as print materials, electronic databases, and online content.
• Assist patrons of all ages and backgrounds, including patrons with disabilities, in the location and use of library collections, print, digital, and microform, placing holds, and requesting interlibrary loans.
• Provide technology instruction and assistance to customers, including library computers, scanners, printers, photocopies, microform printers, and customer-owned devices and e-readers.
• Provide reader's advisory assistance and services using print and online resources, create booklists and displays, prepare and present booktalks in schools and to other groups, lead book discussions.
• Plan, present, and market library programs and services for customers of all ages.
• Read journals, review new books and other media in area of responsibility; keep abreast of professional developments and current events. Attend conferences, classes, and workshops to continue professional development and education.
• May be responsible for collection development and management in specific areas, including budget monitoring, selection, and weeding using professional judgement, resources, and reports and data.
• Coordinate with staff in other library departments to plan programs, services, and marketing.
• Represent the library at community or school outreach events or programs.
• Assist in the development of procedures and policies in the library.
• May facilitate library teams and coordinate and plan projects and priorities for teams.
• May direct work activities and tasks of other staff in lower classifications.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
• Perform all functions assigned to lower classifications.
  
  

Skills And Ability To

• Plan and present programs for a wide variety of ages.
• Find and present information from library collections, databases, and other resources.
• Evaluate information and discern credible news and information from disinformation; and to instruct customers on how to do so.
• Use and provide assistance with a wide range of library applications and personal reading devices that support library applications.
• Understand new and emerging technologies and be able to instruct others how to use new and emerging technologies.
• Support and uphold the principles of intellectual freedom.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences and through multiple communication channels.
• Create reports and make data-driven decisions about programs, collections, and services.
• Manage time and manage multiple projects, prioritize, organize, collaborate, delegate, and work under stress.
• Relate to others in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Maintain a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other city staff, and the public.
• Support diversity and multi-cultural understanding in the workplace and community.
• Work safely and in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and with City laws, policies, and standards.
• Apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy, and good judgment.
  
  

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• Requires an MLS from an ALA accredited institution AND certification by the Washington State Library Commission.
  
  

Special Requirements

• May require possession of or willingness to obtain valid CPR/AED and First Aid Card.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Washington State Driver License by date of hire.
  
  

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

• Application materials may be accessed via https://www.everettwa.gov/careers.
• Completed applications must be submitted through the City’s online application system to be considered.
• Attach a resume (not to exceed 2 pages)
• An attached cover letter (preferred but not required)
• INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
  
  

POSITION OPENS: March 27, 2026

Filing Closes

Open until filled

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The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of work, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the work load. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee and the ability to work regularly is a requirement for continued employment.