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SNO-ISLE LIBRARIES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER A Sno-Isle application is required for each position applying for and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Applications and employment information located at: Any Sno-Isle branch library u Website: http://www.sno-isle.org u Sno-Isle Libraries, Marysville Service Center – 7312 35th Ave. NE, Marysville, WA 98271-7417 Phone (360) 651-7000, (425) 339-1711 Fax (360) 651-7151 Job Line (360) 651-7040 TTY 1 (800) 647-3753

LIBRARY SYSTEM PROFILE

Sno-Isle Libraries is a large, two-county library district in the beautiful north Puget Sound region of Washington State. District boundaries stretch from rugged timberlands to suburban centers, from rolling farmlands to the ocean vistas. Set in the fastest-growing corner of the state, Sno-Isle Libraries is home to a 1.5 million-item collection, serving more than 600,000 residents through 21 community libraries, a bookmobile, outreach services, and our website at www.sno-isle.org.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications are available at our Marysville Service Center, any community library location, or website. A completed SNO-ISLE LIBRARIES APPLICATION is required for each position applying for and must be received via mail, fax, or delivery at the Marysville Service Center by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Incomplete applications or applications not received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date may disqualify you. Resumes and letters of interest are optional, unless requested, and will not be accepted as a substitute for a completed Sno-Isle application.

Sno-Isle Libraries, Human Resources Phone (360) 651-7000, (425) 339-1711

Marysville Service Center Fax (360) 651-7151

7312 35th Avenue NE, Marysville WA 98271-7417 Job Line (360) 651-7040

Website: http://www.sno-isle.org/employment TTY 1 (800) 647-3753

Applicants will be notified by postcard after the job closes that their application has been received. Applications will be screened and applicants who best match the needs of posted positions will be contacted by phone if selected for an interview. The hiring process can take a minimum of 4 to 8 weeks. Applicants who need accommodations during the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Department (360) 651-7000.

All offers of employment are conditioned on the provision of satisfactory proof of applicant’s identity and legal authority to work in the U.S. Offers of employment are also conditioned on Sno-Isle’s receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and a criminal background check, when required.

NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Openings as of 10/5/2010

All positions may include morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours including Sundays.

Successful candidates may be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending on library needs.

BRANCH CIRCULATION SUPERVISOR

Branch Circulation Supervisor Job 7541 Closes 10/27/2010

Full Salary Range $4092 - 5624, plus benefits, 40 hours/week Lynnwood Library, WA

This position may include morning, afternoon, evening, and weekends including Sundays. Successful candidate may be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending on library needs.

§ Supervises assigned circulation staff in providing effective and efficient service to customers

§ Interview, select and train staff; provide coaching and continue training to enhance circulation services

§ Perform circulation tasks such as charging and issuing materials to customers; receiving, processing and returning materials to appropriate locations; recommends and develops procedures and improvements

§ Serves as part of building management team, planning and problem-solving service issues

§ Shares responsibilities with Librarian-in-charge for responding to building and customer issues in the absence of the Managing Librarian and Assistant Managing Librarian

§ Participates in opening and closing the building and may initiate request for repairs or maintenance when facility or equipment problems arise

§ Receive and account for cash from fees and copier charges

Requires competent knowledge of the integrated library computer system; the library’s organized system for shelving and locating materials; organization and management of materials; Library District policies and procedures; principles of supervision of the work of others.

Requires the ability to supervise the work of others in a manner that enhances their performance and assures quality public service; excellent organizational abilities; write, speak and understand English clearly and concisely; and maintain favorable interpersonal relations with the public and co-workers.

Requires the ability to select, train and supervise staff to assure quality public service and work cooperatively with others. This position supervises the work of Public Service Assistants and Page staff and performs the same work as staff on a regular basis.

These skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of experience, training and education that provides the required skills and knowledge equivalent to four years’ experience in related public service work, some of which must have been in a library. Supervisory or lead person experience is desirable.

LIBRARIAN SUBSTITUTE

Librarian Substitute Job 7542 10/20/2010

Full Salary Range $23.61 - $32.45/hour, No Guaranteed Hours West District Libraries, WA

West District: This position may substitute up to 19 hours per week and no more than 69 hours per month at the Clinton, Coupeville, Freeland, Langley, and Oak Harbor community libraries to cover regular staff absences and may require mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Willingness to work widely varying hours (sometimes on short notice) at any of the locations listed is essential. To ensure maximum flexibility, an individual in this position may not hold another Sno-Isle position concurrently.

§ Provide and assist customers with general reader’s advisory, reference services, and usage of library facilities and services

§ Explain and demonstrate procedures and methods for bibliographic and reference searches

§ Maintain and develop reference materials and sources

§ Plan and present children’s programming

Requires competent knowledge of library materials; Library District policies and procedures; integrated library computer system; materials selection process; reader’s advisory; bibliographic search techniques, and reference tools.

Requires the ability to use a bar code reader, computer equipment, Internet and standard office equipment; speak, understand and write English clearly and concisely; conduct reference interviews; work cooperatively and maintain favorable relations with the public and co-workers.

Requires a Master’s degree in Library Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university, plus two years experience as a professional level librarian and have or be able to obtain a Washington State Librarian certificate.

PUBLIC SERVICES ASSISTANT I

Public Service Assistant I Job 7535 Closes 10/13/2010

Full Salary Range $13.33 - $18.33/hr, 15 hours/week Mountlake Terrace Library, WA

This position may include morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours including Sundays. The successful candidate for this position will demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills and may be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending on library needs.

§ Issue library materials using the integrated library computer system; reserve materials for customers

§ Verify customer residency information and register customer for library cards

§ Respond to routine telephone inquiries regarding materials and services

§ Receive, record, and return materials to proper locations; inspect, clean and mend materials

§ Open and close building; assist in maintaining circulation areas in a neat, clean and orderly condition

Requires basic knowledge of library materials; Library District policies and procedures; operation of library computer system and personal computers using keyboarding skills; Internet and standard office machines; frequently lift and/or move objects or materials weighing up to 35 pounds.

Requires the ability to speak, understand and write English clearly and concisely. Work cooperatively and maintain favorable interpersonal relations with the public and co-workers.

These skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of experience and training at a secondary school level together with several months in a public service environment.

PUBLIC SERVICES ASSISTANT I SUBSTITUTE

Public Services Assistant I Substitute Job 7536 Closes 10/15/2010

Full Salary Range $13.33 - $18.33/hr, No Guaranteed Hours North District Libraries, WA

North District: These positions may substitute up to 19 hours per week and no more than 69 hours per month at the Granite Falls, Lake Stevens, Monroe, Snohomish, and Sultan community libraries to cover regular staff absences and may require morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours including Sundays. Willingness to work widely varying hours (sometimes on short notice) at any of the locations listed is essential. To ensure maximum flexibility, an individual in this position may not hold another Sno-Isle position concurrently. The successful candidate for this position will demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills and may be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending on library needs.