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Salary: $27.40 - $42.24 Hourly
Location : Lake Oswego, Oregon, OR
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 2026-09-5020
Department: Library
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LOMEA
The Position
The highly rated Lake Oswego Public Library is seeking a part-time Librarian I or II (20 hours a week) to join its team of committed, enthusiastic and creative professionals who strive to provide excellent customer service. Under the supervision of the Library Manager for the Adult Services section, the individuals in these positions will work with colleagues to fulfill the Library's mission.
Key Responsibilities
The Ideal Candidate will be:

• Compassionate. Possessing the ability to foster relationships and interact well with multiple work groups and diverse individuals, demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in public service.
• Energetic and creative. Excelling in creative problem solving and having an outstanding ability to prioritize and organize a variety of daily tasks.
• Self-motivated. Driven to contribute to a high-functioning team through strong interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about library services. Committed to the Library's mission and genuinely enjoys connecting people with library services and resources.
• A forward-thinker. Innovative and not afraid to be bold and try new ideas. Prioritizes keeping up with current library trends.
• Bi-lingual in Mandarin, Spanish, or Korean and English.

Examples of Duties:

• Performs materials selection/collection development duties for the general adult collection, including reviewing and evaluating materials and performing needs analysis to determine additions to collection.
• Performs reference and readers advisory duties including assisting patrons of all ages in the use of library collections through the reference interview and instruction in the use of library catalogs, indexes, and digital and print resources.
• Designs graphics to promote Library programs for adults.
• Conducts outreach to marginalized community groups and builds partnerships with community organizations to expand the access to library services. This includes helping to coordinate and staff bookmobile visits, leading tech help clinics, and delivering presentations on library services to community groups.
• Develops and coordinates programs, special events and displays on a variety of topics in collaboration with community partners.
• Participates as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities.
• Assists with special projects and library research as assigned by the department manager.

This position is represented by the Lake Oswego Municipal Employees' Association/ American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Education and Experience Requirements
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation with a Master's degree in Library Science, Educational Media, or an equivalent level of education and work experience. Candidates should have excellent organization, presentation and communication skills; the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with other employees and the public. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. This position is subject to mandatory participation in electronic funds transfer (EFT) for payment of net wages (i.e., Direct Deposit or PayCard).
For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at
Supplemental Information
The selected candidate will fill one of the following positions based on qualifications
Hourly pay rate:
Librarian I - $27.40 - $34.98
Librarian II - $33.10 - $42.24
Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, PERS employee pick up, VEBA contribution, and TriMet Hop Pass.
Bilingual Pay: Employees who can speak and/or write a language listed in the top five (5) most common languages spoken in the Lake Oswego School District, may be eligible for three percent (3%) bilingual pay.
Application Process: You may visit our web site at to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. The City application must be submitted to by: 5:00 P.M. Friday, September 11, 2026
BENEFIT SUMMARY - LOMEA members
The City of Lake Oswego offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. This summary is a general outline of the benefits that are available to regular status employees that are employed for 20 or more hours per week. Please contact Human Resources with any questions.
Medical/Vision Insurance
City of Lake Oswego offers 2 plan options for you and your dependents.

• Regence Blue Cross BlueShield or Oregon and VSP Vision-Traditional PPO

In-network and out-of-network coverage, no referral for specialist care.

• Kaiser Permanente Medical and Vision

Services provided exclusively by Kaiser providers through a primary care physician (PCP).
Detailed benefit plan summaries for each plan is available upon request. The monthly employee cost for health insurance depends on the plan selected and if dependents are enrolled.
Dental Insurance
Comprehensive coverage through 2 plan options for you and your dependents.

• Delta Dental PPO-Moda Health Plan

In-network and out-of-network coverage, no referral for specialist care

• Kaiser Permanente Dental

Kaiser dentists agree to provide services to you at a discounted, negotiated fees and copays. Out-of-network services are not covered.
With your choice, you will have access to a plan that includes preventive, routine and major dental care as well as orthodontic benefits for child dependents. There is no monthly cost to employee's for dental insurance.
Life Insurance
Standard Life Insurance Company
City paid insurance amount of $50,000 for Basic Life and $50,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Supplemental life insurance coverage available for purchase for you, your spouse and dependents with guaranteed issue amounts (GI).
Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)
Standard Life Insurance Company
City paid long-term disability (LTD) insurance plan which guarantees that you will receive 60% of your salary, up to $4,000, following a 90-day waiting period.
Workers' Compensation Insurance
SAIF Corporation
You are provided workers' compensation insurance in accordance with Oregon Revised Statues.
Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)
Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Benefits paid by PERS are funded from 2 sources:

• Member IAP contributions* paid on your behalf by the City (currently 6% of subject salary); and
• Employer contributions*

*contributions are made 6 months after employment (unless you are a previous or current member of PERS) and amounts are determined by PERS.
Vesting: Employee IAP Account - immediately, Pension Benefit Employer Contribution- 5 calendar years
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Canopy
The EAP offers 5 confidential counseling and 24-hour crisis help to employees and their families at no cost. Other services include educational resources, legal assistance and financial help.
Voluntary Employee Benefits Account (VEBA)
HRA Veba
City contributions* are made to a health reimbursement account to reimburse qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses and premiums you may incur on behalf of yourself, your spouse, dependents. The contribution amount is $100 per month.
*Contributions contributed monthly by the City or with leave transfer and/or cash-out funds.
Deferred Compensation Plan
MissinSquare Retirement
The City offers a 457(b) deferred compensation retirement plan. Contribution amounts can be specified as a percentage or dollar amount for pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. Eligibility is at hire and participation in this plan is voluntary.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Allegiance
Flexible Spending Accounts save you money by reducing the taxes you pay. Your FSA contributions are deducted from each paycheck before federal, FICA and, in most cases, state taxes are calculated. Use your FSA contributions to pay for eligible expenses incurred by you, your spouse, and your dependents.
Holidays
The following holidays are observed throughout the year:
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Birthday, President's Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Memorial Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and one Personal Holiday.
In some years, employees are also eligible for 4 hours holiday on Christmas Eve and 4 hours holiday on New Years' Eve.
Vacation
Employees shall accumulate vacation in the following manner:
0-3 years:12 days (8 hours per month)
4-9 years:16.5 days (11 hours per month)
10-15 years:21.5 days (14.33 hours per month)
16-19 years:23.5 days (15.66 hours per month)
20+ years:25 days (16.67 hours per month)
Part-time employee vacation hours are pro-rated based on hours worked. Vacation time may accumulate to maximum of 2 times yearly accrual. Excess vacation time will be transferred to employees VEBA account.
Sick Leave
At hire, 48 hours of sick time will be available. After a full 6 months of employment, sick hours will then be accrued a monthly basis at a rate of 8 hours per month.
Part-time employee sick hours are pro-rated based on hours worked. Sick leave may be accumulated to 1080 hours. Anything over 1080 hours will be transferred to employees VEBA account.