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Bilingual (English/Spanish) Youth Services Librarian

Salary

$30.13 - $40.38 Hourly

Location

Oregon 97223, OR

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2025-00125

Department

Library

Opening Date

10/13/2025

Closing Date

10/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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Overview

Tigard Public Library is seeking our next Bilingual (Spanish/English) Youth Services Librarian to be a primary connection for providing library services to Tigard’s Spanish speaking youth and families! This position provides direct customer service both at the library and out in the community; collaborates with colleagues to develop and deliver culturally relevant and sustaining programs for youth of all ages; manages several library collections with an emphasis on Spanish language materials for youth; and serves on the City of Tigard’s internal translations team.

The ideal person in this position enjoys working with the public and is passionate about providing services to Spanish speaking youth and families where they are in the community. The ideal candidate approaches their work with curiosity, continuously grows their professional knowledge, and adapts to change with a positive outlook. They thrive on variety and are equally comfortable helping a new reader find just the right book as they are helping a job seeker reformat a resume.

Examples of Duties

+ Builds and maintains relationships with local schools and community organizations, particularly those that serve Tigard’s youth and Spanish speaking communities.

+ Develops, promotes, presents, and evaluates developmentally appropriate library activities and events for youth and families (including storytimes) with a focus on meeting the interests and needs of Tigard’s Spanish speaking communities.

+ Creates a welcoming experience for all library users by providing excellent customer service through reference, readers advisory, and technology support.

+ Builds, maintains, and highlights diverse and inclusive collections of library materials.

+ Supports strategic library projects and initiatives by working collaboratively with library teammates.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Ability to speak, read and write English and Spanish fluently.

+ Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional librarianship including collection development & analysis, program planning, reference and readers’ advisory.

+ Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice as it relates to designing activities, managing behaviors and selecting materials for youth.

+ Knowledge of and/or experience with Spanish-speaking communities, demonstrated by knowledge of the traditions, values, and customs of the communities being served.

+ Strong cultural sensitivity and competence.

+ Skill in building and maintaining strong community partnerships.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, to perform the essential functions of the position, may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

+ Master's degree in library science from an accredited college or university; and

+ Some library experience

+ Ability to speak, read and write English and Spanish fluently (A bilingual assessment will be given shortly after hire)

Supplemental Information

Union Representation: SEIU

Schedule: This position is 40 hours per week (1 FTE) and requires regular evening and weekend shifts. Expected work schedule is Tuesday-Saturday, with a Tuesday evening shift.

How to apply: Please apply online. We do not accept applications via email. Applications must be received by Human Resources by the closing time/date.

IMPORTANT: In lieu of resumes and cover letters, the City of Tigard evaluates each applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience.

ATTENTION VETERANS: To receive veteran's preference, please upload your DD214/Separation documentation.

In addition to being a great place to work (https://www.tigard-or.gov/your-government/departments/human-resources/jobs) , the City of Tigard offers competitive employee benefits for full-time and part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week:

Choice of health and dental plans

Generous retirement plan

City-paid HRA-VEBA

Paid vacation and sick leave

10 paid holidays plus 20 additional hours of floating holiday time

Life and disability insurance

Universal transit pass through TriMet

This job classification is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), OPEU Local 503

Click here (https://www.tigard-or.gov/your-government/departments/human-resources/benefits) for more detailed benefits information.

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent

+ Associate's Degree

+ Associate's Degree and additional coursework

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework

+ Master's Degree or higher

02

Are you fluent in Spanish/English (Read, write and speak)?

+ Yes

+ No

03

In 2-3 paragraphs, tell us why you are interested in this position at Tigard Public Library, and share how your knowledge, skills, and experience qualify you for this role. Please highlight any experience meeting the needs and/or interests of Spanish speaking youth and families.

04

In 2-3 paragraphs, tell us about a time you lead or coordinated a project, preferably one involving Spanish speaking youth and families. Please describe your role in developing, implementing, and assessing the project.

05

In 2-3 paragraphs, describe your approach to establishing and maintaining relationships with potential partners (such as community organizations, local businesses or nonprofits). Please tell us about a time you successfully built a relationship with an outside partner, preferably one that served the needs of a marginalized community. What made this partnership successful?

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Employer

City of Tigard

Address

13125 SW Hall Blvd Tigard, Oregon, 97223

Website

http://www.tigard-or.gov

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