Central Skagit Library
We’re hiring!
Come join our team! Central Skagit Library is looking for a part-time Library Technical Associate and a part-time Library Page.
These positions will be scheduled 8-16 hours per week, and do not include health insurance benefits. Applicants must be 18 or older.
Application emails are due by 3pm on Monday, February 9.
The Library Page supports the day-to-day operations of the library by sorting and shelving library materials, as well as by completing additional tasks related to maintaining an organized and easy-to-navigate library collection. The Library Page must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team and will be required to complete tasks that are repetitive and that may require sitting or standing for long periods.
$17.50/hour – 8-16 hours per week
The Technical Services Associate works behind the scenes to prepare materials for checkout and ensure our materials are easily discoverable in our library software. The successful applicant for this position will be very comfortable using computer software, including Excel. In addition, the Associate has an important role assisting front desk staff with checking in materials, answering the phone, and fielding questions from patrons.
$21/hour – 12-16 hours per week
How to apply: Send a brief email to dan@centralskagitlibrary.org with an attached resume, including two professional references. Please indicate the specific position(s) you are applying for in the subject line. A cover letter is not required.
If you are interested in both positions, please state your preference. These positions cannot be combined.
Schedule availability– In the body of the email, please indicate times between 9am and 6pm Monday-Saturday when you are not able to work.
Central Skagit Library welcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire. Please email dan@centralskagitlibrary.org to request accommodation.
Central Skagit Library ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Central Skagit Library was created in 2012. It began operations at 802 Ball Street, the site of the current Sedro-Woolley Rec Center operated by Skagit Valley YMCA.
In 2017 the City of Sedro-Woolley entered into a partnership agreement with Central Skagit Library to provide library services to the community and to construct a new library within the City. The new 12,000-square-foot Sedro-Woolley Library opened in 2021. The library’s open floor plan features natural light through large windows, high ceilings, and low shelving. Many sustainable features have been included in the design.
Local groups are also able to use the library’s community room and conference room for meetings and programs, creating deeper connections among residents. The library has an important presence throughout the community, from working with the Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club to providing outreach at the area farmer’s market.
Mission
Our mission is to bring people, information, and ideas together to enrich, empower, and engage our community.
Patrons use the library to check out books and other materials, to use library computers and wifi, to print and fax items, to browse our local history collection, and to meet with other community members and groups in our meeting rooms. Library staff offer many programs, ranging from storytimes for babies and toddlers to anime and arts & crafts programs for teens and tweens, to Dungeons & Dragons and “Thirst for Knowledge” for adults.
Strategic Plan
In 2023, CSL conducted demographic studies and community surveys to develop a comprehensive strategic plan. Residents believe that the library “is a vital community hub” and “surpasses the expectations of its users.” The 2024-2028 Strategic Plan has 5 overarching strategies:
- STRATEGY 1: Be a hub for youth engagement and opportunity.
- STRATEGY 2: Celebrate our small-town identity
- STRATEGY 3: Support access to services and resources with dignity
- STRATEGY 4: Facilitate civic and community engagement
- STRATEGY 5: Increase collaboration across agencies and municipalities
Our Values
INTELLECTUAL FREEDOM, PRIVACY and FREEDOM TO READ:
We oppose censorship and restrictions on access to all constitutionally protected materials and speech.
RESPECT:
We treat others, ourselves, and our environment with care, high regard, and value.
COOPERATION:
We work collaboratively and value the contributions of others for a common purpose.
HONESTY AND INTEGRITY:
We demonstrate integrity and honesty in our words and actions.
INCLUSIVITY:
We respect differences and treat everyone fairly and equitably.
Our Leadership
Dan Owens
Anne
Our Librarians
Allia
Hillary
Our Technical Services Staff
Chauncey
Millissa
Meriden
Our Patron Services Staff
Makayla
Samantha
Elizabeth
