Lead Library Specialist - Extensions (Monroe)

Corvallis-Benton County Public Library
The Corvallis-Benton County Public Library's mission is simple: Enrich, Excite, Explore!

Our vision is to be an inspiring and vital part of the lives of people of all ages and backgrounds in our community. We will be responsive, flexible, and innovative in providing resources and services that enhance the quality of life for all. We will foster an impassioned spirit of exploration and discovery, as well as strengthen our sense of community by encouraging civic and cultural engagement and will support learning and knowledge.

About the Position
The Lead Library Specialist serves as a lead worker within a library division and is responsible for directing, training, and guiding library staff and volunteers. The position assists with scheduling, planning, and the preparation of employee performance evaluations and provides input on the operation and development of division services. The Lead Library Specialist may organize, coordinate, and deliver programming and outreach to community members.

Each Lead Library Specialist is responsible for a specific set of duties in either the Circulation or Extensions Division; however, they may also be required to perform duties in all position assignments.

This position is based at the Monroe Community Library in Monroe, OR.

Full Time, 40 hours per week
AFSCME represented position
12-month probationary period

A cover letter must be included to be considered.
Application & cover letter deadline is 8:00 am on February 9, 2026.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Direct and lead the work of division staff and volunteers. Schedule staff and volunteers for public service points to ensure adequate staffing to provide and maintain division services. Communicate with supervisor about staff performance. Provide input concerning performance evaluations. Review timesheets of regular and casual staff. Act as division volunteer liaison.
• Perform full range of circulation functions. Answer and refer patron inquiries and serve as a staff resource. Staff a service desk which includes issuing library cards, checking materials in and out, collecting fees, placing holds on materials, answering the phone, emptying materials bins, sorting, transferring materials to carts, shelving, and providing various circulation services. Uphold patron privacy and confidentiality of library records.
• Work in coordination with various division supervisors and other lead library specialists to develop and maintain training and onboarding materials. Take a lead role in ensuring that staff are adequately trained in their position responsibilities.
• Support and/or participate in the recruitment process for staff and volunteers.
• Resolve customer complaints and concerns by explaining library policies, programs, and services. Answer patron questions and make appropriate referrals to librarians and other system and community resources. Assist public in locating materials through print, non-print, and electronic resources.
• Communicate information to staff including policy, procedures, and duties, and support employee engagement efforts. Provide guidance and assistance to staff and volunteers. Support the development and implementation of department procedures and policies.
• Purchase supplies. May monitor work group budget.
• Provide support to Library Management Team by completing special projects, handling routine and non-routine administrative duties, and compiling/presenting statistical reports.
• Communicate effectively across multiple work locations using a variety of tools.
• Work closely with supervisor to support coordination of activities with staff from other library divisions.
• Serve as Person In Charge of facility as needed; handling issues such as security, emergencies, and other problems as they occur.
• Operate and drive a motor vehicle safely and legally.

• Act ethically and honestly; apply ethical standards of behavior to daily work activities and interactions. Build confidence in the City through own actions.
• Conform to all safety rules and performs work in a safe manner.
• Participate in the Emergency Management program including planning, classes, training sessions, exercises and emergency events as required.
• Maintain effective work relationships.
• Deliver excellent customer service to diverse audiences.
• Adhere to all City and Department policies.
• Arrive to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time and maintains regular job attendance.
• Perform other duties at assigned.

Qualifying Education / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of customer service-related experience including at least one year of library experience.

• Two years of college course work.
• Spanish language skills.

• Possession or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Oregon Driver's License.

Qualified applicants must submit an online application located on the City of Corvallis website(click on "Apply" above).

Applications will be accepted until February 9th, 2026 at 8am.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted/considered.

*Please do not include personal or protected information in attached resumes or cover letters, this includes your birth date, age, dates of education, and graduation dates.*