The Eugene Public Library seeks collaborative and passionate librarians to fill three (3) full-time Librarian I positions in Youth Services at the Downtown Library and two (2) full-time Librarian I positions in Adult Services at the Downtown Library.
Librarians create and maintain positive relationships with patrons, staff, and the community; plan and present dynamic, culturally relevant programs; build and maintain diverse digital and print collections; and consistently provide excellent, patron-first service. Our goal is to provide equitable access to resources, services, materials, safe community spaces and opportunities to thrive, and to foster a love of reading and life-long learning.
The successful candidates will be fierce equity, diversity, and inclusion champions who are forward-thinking, creative, adaptable, and committed to developing innovative services that foster library and community collaboration and connection. As leaders within their work groups, librarians coordinate and guide projects and project teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines is essential in our busy and fast-paced system. We are committed to providing the best possible community-centered library services and we want someone who shares that commitment.
Librarians also perform in-charge-of-building duties, and the ideal candidates will lead with empathy, care, and concern. They will support staff with difficult and unwanted patron behavior, balancing trauma-informed practices, safety policies, and the expectations outlined in our Library Use Rules.
We are happy to support you in developing your librarian skills and growing your library career. Possession of a Master of Library Science degree (MLS/MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university OR the ability to obtain one by July 1, 2026 is required.
Possession of a Master of Library Science (MLS) degree from an American Library Association accredited college or university by July 1, 2026 is required.
The Library
Excellence in action is observed every day at Eugene Public Library. This team is amazing and dedicated to building a better and stronger community. Library staff are highly regarded by the public for their knowledge, quality of service, and caring. Because of that, the library benefits from strong community support. Staff passion is evident and the programs that they provide transform lives and connect our community.
The community is served at three locations – Downtown, Bethel, and Sheldon. Serving over 3,000 visitors daily, the Downtown Library has been an anchor in downtown Eugene since its opening in 2002. The Bethel and Sheldon branch libraries are vital to accessible service delivery for community members in underserved parts of the city.
Eugene Public Library is known for its progressive, responsive service to patrons of all demographics and works hard to incorporate new and emerging technologies into programs and services. The library offers a diverse collection of materials in a variety of formats and consistently offers fresh educational and recreational programming.
The active Friends of the Eugene Public Library and the Eugene Library Foundation support the library. We are an incubator for exploration and innovation and are committed to providing the best possible traditional and cutting-edge library services and we want someone who shares that commitment.
Eugene Public Library’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission: Providing equitable resources and opportunities for everyone to create a connected, caring and inspired community.
Vision: A vibrant community where we all can learn, engage, thrive and belong.
Values: At Eugene Public Library, we bring these values to our work with each other and our community:
- Equitable access
- Inclusion and belonging
- Compassionate patron-first service
- Space for exploration and experimentation
- Working together to develop an environment of trust and safety
The Organization
The City of Eugene is a service-oriented and welcoming organization that provides services through six departments: Central Services, Fire and Emergency Medical Services, Police, Public Works, Planning and Development, and Library, Recreation and Cultural Services. The State of the City video shows how the city is meeting new challenges, learning from one another, building connections, and celebrating our city. The City of Eugene encourages our employees to bring their true selves to work with the knowledge that they are valued and protected. We embrace all of the identities and cultural legacies that our employees represent and strive to be an inclusionary and safe place to work.
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