LIBRARY SPECIALIST (Reference Division), CITY OPEIU EMPLOYEES ONLY, (closes 04/15/26)

Ellensburg Washington•Ellensburg, WA

1d•$21 - $28

About The Position

The Library has a vacancy in the Reference Division for a Library Specialist. This is a part-time position (20 hours/week) with varied schedule including weekdays, evenings, & weekends, without insurance benefits. This recruitment is for INTERNAL OPEIU APPLICANTS. If you do not currently work for the City of Ellensburg in an OPEIU represented position, please do not apply (your application will not be processed). This position primarily works in the Reference Division; however, Library employees are expected to assist patrons in all areas as needed. The Library Specialist will identify and interpret user needs; provide reference and local history research assistance, assist patrons with readers’ advisory, material selection, computer and database use, referral services, and various adult and youth programming. Assistance is provided in person, by telephone, through email, and virtually through Ask a Library service. This position requires some evening shifts on weekdays and day shifts on weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Two (2) to four (4) years of related college courses, experience, and/or training in reference services
Knowledge of library organization and purpose
Knowledge of alphabetical and whole/decimal number filing
Some knowledge of general office practice and procedures
Skill in use of computers including Microsoft 365 and other modern technology
Accurate computer data entry, filing, and shelving materials
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment
Ability to be courteous and tactful with the general public and staff
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner, verbally and in writing, including public presentations
Ability to implement policies and procedures
Ability to prioritize work, remain focused, and pay close attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patron records
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public
Ability to assist and support coworkers, contribute ideas, maintain flexibility, and be able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak in a clear, concise, and professional manner before individuals, groups of customers, or employees of organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Valid State driver’s license or have ability to obtain one by time of hire; must maintain an insurable driving record
First Aid/CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within a reasonable time period as approved by supervisor

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience
Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Identify and interpret user needs
Provide reference and local history research assistance
Assist patrons with readers’ advisory, material selection, computer and database use, referral services, and various adult and youth programming
Assistance is provided in person, by telephone, through email, and virtually through Ask a Library service

Benefits

Public Employees Retirement System and Social Security
Monthly payments in lieu of medical benefits
Vacation and Sick leave hours are earned on a pro-rata basis based on hours compensated per month
Holiday and Employee Choice hours are earned on a pro-rata basis based on the positions full-time equivalency (FTE). Employees are eligible to begin using accrued paid sick leave on the ninetieth (90th) calendar day after the commencement of their employment.

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