Central Skagit Library
We’re hiring a Teen Services Specialist!
Come work with a dedicated team at a growing public library in beautiful Skagit County! Central Skagit Library is hiring a Teen Services Specialist to provide outstanding library services to our teen community. This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual interested in working in a dynamic, collaborative, and outcome-oriented environment.
The Teen Services specialist is responsible for developing and managing all teen programs, collections, and services for Central Skagit Library. Applicants with any mix of teen public library service, community engagement, program development, and direct service experience will be strong candidate for this position.
Central Skagit Library is committed to building a staff that reflects the diversity of our community and celebrates the variety of experiences and worldviews that our staff bring to the library every day. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Please be sure to review the full position description.
- Applications are due by 5:00pm on Friday, May 8
- Please email a brief (less than one page) cover letter, and a resumé to: Dan Owens, Library Director – dan@centralskagitlibrary.org
- This is a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt position
- Expected starting wage: $27.00-$30.00 hourly ($56,160-$62,400 annually), dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Benefits: Full benefits package, including 100% employer-paid health/dental/vision, Washington PERS retirement, and paid time off, including 15 vacation and 12 sick days annually, along with 12 paid holidays.
Central Skagit Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent possible. To request accommodation please email dan@centralskagitlibrary.org.
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
Alicia
Our Technical Services Staff
Chauncey
Millissa
Jeremy
Our Patron Services Staff
Makayla
Samantha
Elizabeth
