Employment

All open job positions are posted online. See current openings.

Before you begin:

• First-time users will need to create an account.
• Applications time out after 30 minutes. It is recommended that you save often, and/or copy and paste your application question responses from a Plain Text document to ensure no progress is lost. You will not be able to save a page until all required fields are filled out.
• All applications must be submitted online and are due by 9:59 p.m. Pacific time on the closing date.
• Suggested browsers to use: Firefox, Chrome, or Safari.

Filling out your application:

• Unless stated in the job description, uploading a resume and/or cover letter is optional. If applicable, upload your resume and cover letter before filling out your application. If you're not sure how to address your cover letter we suggest "Dear Hiring Team."
• Answer application questions completely and tailor your answers to the essential duties listed in the posting of the job for which you are applying. Responses to application questions are considered during the application evaluation process that determines which applicants will be invited to interview.
• Include all relevant information about your work history and qualifications in your application, including volunteer and internship experience.
• If you copy and paste information into your application from a Word document, you may receive an error message if any words contain special characters such as apostrophes and quotation marks. Please manually type any words that contain special characters or copy and paste your responses from a Plain Text document.
• Review your application to ensure it is complete prior to submitting.
• Three professional references are required, including at least two managers. A manager reference can include your current or recent supervisors or managers, indirect supervisors or managers, teachers, professors, advisors or someone who has observed your volunteer or work group activities.

Upon submitting your application, you will be taken to a confirmation page with the option to export your submitted application to a PDF for your records. You can view your current and past applications on your My Applications page. This page will also confirm which applications are complete.

Applications will be screened and applicants who best match the needs of posted positions will be contacted by phone if selected for an interview. The selection process can take a minimum of 4 to 8 weeks. In addition to in-person or online interviews, some postings also involve an initial phone or online screening interview and/or a skills assessment. Skills assessments vary and details will be provided at the time an interview is offered.

Sno-Isle Libraries conducts interviews by asking primarily competency-based questions. In order to have a successful interview, candidates should be prepared to provide specific examples of past work, volunteer, or school experiences. Interviews are typically conducted with a panel of three to four supervisors and subject matter experts, depending on the position.

All offers of employment are conditioned on the provision of satisfactory proof of applicant's identity and legal authority to work in the United States. Offers of employment are also conditioned on Sno-Isle's receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and a criminal background check, when required by the position.

Applicants who need accommodations during the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Department at 360-651-7000 or employment@sno-isle.org, opens a new window.

As Sno-Isle Libraries is committed to the social, cultural and intellectual well-being of the communities we serve, we're just as committed to taking care of our valued staff. We offer a stimulating environment that promotes a healthy attitude towards learning, and a generous benefits package featuring:

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Sno-Isle Libraries pays 100% of employee medical and vision insurance premiums for all employees working 20 or more hours per week and 100% of employee dental insurance premiums to for all employees. Sno-Isle Libraries also pays 50% of the insurance premiums for dependents and/or domestic partners added to an employee’s plan for employees working 20 or more hours per week.

Retirement Savings

Employees working 16 hours per week or more are automatically enrolled in the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Both Sno-Isle and employees contribute toward PERS retirement benefits.

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

All employees are eligible to participate in this voluntary tax-deferred compensation plan. You can supplement any other retirement benefits you may have by setting aside pre-tax dollars in this retirement savings account.

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

All full-time employees qualify for the group term life insurance benefit equal to their annual salary. Employees working 20-39 hours receive $10,000 in coverage.

Employee Assistance Program

This employer-sponsored program is a confidential counseling assessment and referral service. The EAP offers employees and their families personal and professional counseling, legal and financial consultation services, and more.

Paid Time Off

Full-time employees receive 14 to 24 days of vacation per year, based on years of service, and earn up to 8 hours of sick time per month. Part-time employees accrue pro-rated vacation and sick leave hours based on their weekly allocated hours. Sno-Isle also offers 12 paid holidays per year (10 public holidays and 2 floating holidays).

Multilingual Pay Differential

To acknowledge the additional skills staff bring to customer interactions and programs in multiple languages.

Flexible Healthcare and Daycare Spending Accounts

Employees working 20 hours or more can set aside a portion of their wages on a pre-tax basis to pay for up to $3,200 in family medical expenses and up to $5,000 in dependent needs.

Transportation Benefits

All employees are eligible to sign up for an employer-paid ORCA Passport card, the all-inclusive regional transit pass that can be used 24/7 whenever and wherever public transit is up and running in Snohomish, King, Pierce, and Kitsap counties (excluding Washington State ferries). If you use any non-drive-alone commute option, you are also eligible for a Guaranteed Ride Home – a reimbursable taxi ride home in the event of a family or medical emergency.

Affinity Groups

These groups support library employees with shared identities and lived experience or who are allies in equity, diversity, and inclusion work. These are spaces to find support and share resources, such as through contributing to employees’ professional development and personal growth, and provide employees with the opportunity to network and learn together.

It's warm, friendly and full of energy. A place where you can really get to know the people you work with and the communities you serve. A place where your growth is supported and encouraged. And where every member of the team understands just how important their role is to our success.

Bring your passion for learning

Our libraries are known for both the progressive approach we take to our work and for our responsiveness to the needs of our communities.

We're continually adopting new technologies and providing new services. That means you'll have the chance to grow and learn with us as technology and our services evolve. Plus, we'll support you with ongoing opportunities for professional development and training.

Bring your enthusiasm

You'll find sharing in Sno-Isle's commitment to the community rewarding. It is the reason we provide so many special events in the arts, literacy, business and technology, and innovative programs designed to meet the needs of specific groups, like children and teens. Imagine the variety you can enjoy at Sno-Isle!

Bring your ideas

At Sno-Isle Libraries, your ideas are welcome. Every member of our team makes an important contribution to our mission. We're proud of our collaborative environment. We believe it makes a Sno-Isle career far more satisfying, and we know it improves our service to our communities.

If you're ready to be a part of something special, explore all we have to offer at Sno-Isle Libraries.

Whether you're interested in a position at one of our 23 library locations throughout Snohomish and Island counties, with our outreach services through Library on Wheels, or at our Service Center in Marysville, Washington, you'll find the rewarding career you've been seeking at Sno-Isle Libraries.

At each of our locations, you'll find friendly and warm individuals who make customer service a top priority. You'll discover how the staff operates as a team, working together to help customers get the most out of their library experience. Our job opportunities include:

Librarian Positions

(Requires a Master of Library and Information Science Degree)

• Librarian
  • Reference, Children's, Teens, Collection Services
• Library Manager II, III, and Assistant Library Manager
• Service Coordinator
  • Adult Services, Early Literacy, Programming Services, and School Age
• Assistant Director
  

Community Library & Outreach Positions

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• Supported Page
• Public Services Assistant
• Library Associate
• Page Supervisor
• Library Circulation Supervisor
• Library Manager I

Administrative Positions

• Administration
• Circulation & Delivery
• Collection Services
• Cataloging & Acquisitions
• Communications & Marketing
• Equity, Inclusion, & Talent Development
• Facilities
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Information Technology

Sno-Isle Libraries’ non-supervisory, non-confidential staff are part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 2.

Sno-Isle Libraries is piloting a program to provide paid, competitive Supported Employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities who are supported by a job coach. When a supported opportunity is available, it will be advertised with Employment Service Providers and applications will be accepted through our Paycom job postings portal.

To be eligible for Supported Employment positions, candidates must:

• Be a client of the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) and provide their DDA case number.
• Have long-term support from the DDA.
• Have long-term support from a job coach/Employment Service Provider.

Contact us with questions about Supported Employment opportunities.

Sno-Isle Libraries welcomes students pursuing a career in Library and Information Science. College internships are available to students, including Sno-Isle employees currently enrolled in a library school, wishing to gain valuable, real-world experience and course credit. Internships for other fields of study will be considered on a case-by-case basis. It is our goal to provide a rich, structured field learning experience for students in a variety of professional settings.

All internships will follow these guidelines:

• Internships are unpaid. All transportation costs are the responsibility of the intern.
• Interns will be supervised by a professional in their field of interest.
• Internships can be completed in any Sno-Isle library or at the Service Center, dependent upon the needs and availability of projects.
• All interns must successfully pass a background check before they begin work.
• All interns must successfully complete an interview process before placement.
• Interns are responsible for coordinating any documentation needed for course credits.
• Interns are held to the same expectations as library staff.
• Sno-Isle Libraries reserves the right to terminate the internship relationship for poor performance or when library policies and procedures are not followed.

To find out more about the Sno-Isle Libraries Internship Program, please contact Human Resources by email at employment@sno-isle.org or by phone at 360-651-7004.

Campus Programs

Sno-Isle Libraries regularly attends and sponsors career events in conjunction with local college campuses and the University of Washington iSchool. Contact the Career Center of your college or university for more details.