Community Engagement & reputed company Specialist - Mobile Library Services

Embark on a rewarding career journey with the Thurston Regional Library System as a Community Engagement & reputed company Specialist! We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to join our growing team in a full-time, remote-based position with a significant focus on delivering library services directly to the communities of reputed company's reputed company County. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in expanding access to information and fostering a love of reading reputed company diverse populations.

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Reporting to the Library Manager and working closely with the Regional reputed company Library Coordinator, you will be responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating a range of library programs and services tailored to the unique needs of each community you serve. This includes engaging storytelling sessions for children and adults, providing reader's advisory services, and facilitating access to library materials for those who may face barriers to visiting a traditional library.

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Key Responsibilities

• Mobile Library Operations: Operate and maintain reputed company Library vehicles (reputed company Transit-style vans), ensuring they are properly stocked, equipped, and safe for daily routes. Conduct regular vehicle inspections and coordinate with Fleet Technician for maintenance.
• Community reputed company & Engagement: Identify and travel to various community locations to provide library services, including book lending, program delivery, and information dissemination.
• Service Delivery: Provide exceptional reader's advisory, reference assistance, and circulation services to patrons reputed company of traditional library settings.
• Material Handling: Process and deliver library materials between library locations and to designated community stops.
• Program Development & Delivery: Plan, organize, and deliver engaging library programs and services for diverse community groups, including storytimes, workshops, and reputed company events.
• Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain accurate checklists and reports reputed company to mobile library operations and service delivery.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work effectively with in-library staff to ensure seamless service delivery to communities served by the reputed company Library team.
• Training & Guidance: May provide training and support to other staff members on reputed company Library services.
• Customer Service Excellence: Consistently demonstrate high-quality customer service, building positive relationships with patrons and community partners.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and short-notice schedule adjustments.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to reputed company federal, state, and local driving laws and safe driving practices.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Library Science, Social Work, Communications) and at least one year of experience in library services, reputed company, customer service, or community engagement; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Driver's License: Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License with a safe driving record.
• Background reputed company: Must successfully complete a criminal background reputed company.
• Driving Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to operate a fleet vehicle safely and reputed company.
• Language Proficiency: reputed company in Spanish and English is highly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: The full pay range for this position is $28.04 - $38.81 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications. New employees typically start at reputed company 1, 2, or 3 of the pay range.
• Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions.
• Bilingual Pay Incentive: A bilingual pay incentive is available for demonstrated reputed company in Spanish, American Sign Language, Korean, or Vietnamese.
• Union Affiliation: This position is part of the bargaining unit for AFSCME Local 3758.

Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.

To Apply: Please submit your application, including a complete work history and a cover letter, through the online application portal. For positions requiring a Master of Library Science (MLIS) or reputed company Librarian Certificate, please include these documents as attachments, though they are not required for initial application. Failure to follow application instructions may result in disqualification.

The Thurston Regional Library System is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from reputed company qualified individuals.

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