Job Description
Join Seattle's premier library system as a Senior Library Assistant and become part of a team dedicated to transforming community access to knowledge. This premium role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in one of America's most vibrant cities. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional passionate about exceptional service and innovative library operations.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex circulation systems and patron accounts with advanced troubleshooting capabilities
- Oversee digital resource management including e-books, databases, and archival materials
- Lead community outreach programs and specialized workshops for diverse audiences
- Implement and maintain cataloging systems using MARC standards and metadata protocols
- Train junior staff on library technologies and operational procedures
- Coordinate interlibrary loan services and strategic resource sharing
- Develop specialized collections in emerging fields like data literacy and digital preservation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Library Science, Information Studies, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of progressive library experience with technical systems
- Expertise in integrated library systems (ILS) and digital resource platforms
- Advanced certification in archival management or metadata cataloging
- Proven ability to manage complex patron relationships and conflict resolution
- Strong project management experience with community initiatives
- Proficiency in data analysis for collection development and usage metrics
- Valid Washington State Driver's License for interlibrary transport duties