Company Profile
King County Library System
Company Overview
About King County Library System (KCLS):
KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.3 million diverse patrons, providing an unparalleled collection of library materials, resources, technology, services, and programs.
Approximately 1,300 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 library locations and in community engagement using direct outreach and virtual assistance. Our service area includes the cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle.
Diversity & Equal Opportunity:
Setting the standard of excellence for libraries, we attract, develop, and retain an innovative, talented, and diverse workforce. We strive to recruit and hire employees from diverse backgrounds, based on qualifications and abilities. Both the recruitment process and ongoing training promote a workforce that supports and encourages diversity.
The King County Library System values diverse perspectives, life experiences, and differences. KCLS encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. We are committed to being equitable and fair in providing access to opportunities for all. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for this position or to perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable Accommodation:
All applications must be submitted online except as an ADA accommodation.Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
To request accommodation please call 425.369.3224.
Benefits
For information about benefits, please see https://kcls.org/faq/kcls-employment/#employee-benefits