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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity:
The Marin County Free Library (MCFL) is a special taxing district that operates ten branch libraries. in Marin under the authority of the Board of Supervisors. It provides public library services to the residents of the unincorporated areas of the County and the cities of Corte Madera, Fairfax and Novato.
The Marin County Free Library is an innovative and dynamic civic institution that is committed to providing exceptional services to a community that cares deeply about the library and encourages the library to assume a critical role in supporting the community to be resilient, equitable, and progressive. MCFL is committed to racial equity and the inclusion of those with multiple perspectives and backgrounds in our decision making.
ABOUT THE POSITION
There is one full-time (37.5 hours per week) regular hire vacancy with the Marin City branch.
The Community Library Specialist (CLS) is a newly created position designed to support the development of diverse, community-focused programs and services across Marin City with a particular focus on reaching and supporting adults in the community. This role extends the reach of our branch, ensuring that all residents have access to library resources.
Under general supervision from the Librarian II, the adult services Community Library Specialist performs a variety of professional duties including general reference services for all ages, community outreach, programming for adult and teen patrons in Marin City, as well as assisting the Librarian II with maintaining the adult collections at the branch. The incumbent is expected to work independently and take a material role in library operations, in addition to performing related work as required.
This Community Library Specialist position in the Marin City branch will have a strong focus on building and maintaining community partnerships with local organizations. This includes developing programs and services to support the adult Marin City community in their lifelong learning pursuits. This position will also work in partnership with both the Children's Services Librarian I and the Makerspace Coordinator to provide programming for teens and adults that centers joyful learning, community centered empowerment and collective impact with community partners to inform the scope and direction of the work
Duties for the Community Library Specialist include:- Building strong relationships with local organizations and community members.
- Developing and implementing responsive, inclusive programming that reflects community needs and interests.
- Attending community events to provide information about library services and conducting presentations to community groups.
- Assisting with developing informational and promotional materials, such as flyers, posters, and brochures for use at events.
- Tracking local community issues, demographics, and trends to proactively identify opportunities for responsive programming.
The weekly schedule for this position is:
Sunday 11:30 am - 5 pm
Monday 11:30 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 6 pm
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Please consider applying even if you are not interested in this current vacancy.
ABOUT YOU
The Highly Qualified Candidate
We’re looking for a self-motivated, service-minded professional who is energized by community engagement and committed to expanding equitable access to information. The ideal candidate thrives on building meaningful connections and understands how to translate community needs into responsive, inclusive services.
The strongest candidates bring:- Experience assessing community needs
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Confidence in public-facing work, including presentations, outreach, and community events
- A collaborative, partnership-oriented mindset with a track record of cultivating positive relationships across diverse communities
Bilingual skills in Spanish are desirable but not required.
Special Requirements: Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.
Bilingual Testing/Certification: To be eligible for a bilingual differential, the successful candidate must possess bilingual skills and must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidates possess the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Alisa Samuel at alisa.samuel@marincounty.gov .
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 5/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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