Post date: August 21, 2026

The King County Library System is seeking an experienced and customer service focused Selection Librarian to join our Cataloging and Access department.

The Selection Librarian performs a wide range of professional library services pertaining to the selection, development, and maintenance of the KCLS materials collections. This position serves as a system-wide collections expert in specialized areas (i.e. music, adult, children's, young adult, etc.) and formats (i.e. scores, recordings, audiobooks, etc.).

The position carries out administrative functions such as planning, budget forecasting, grant management, coordination, and the development of standards, guidelines, and procedures unique to area of specialization. Success in this role requires strong written and in-person communication skills, and along with the ability to make sound decisions in complex and sometime ambiguous situations.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience with budget planning, forecasting and prioritization, as well as extensive knowledge of collection development practices and public library collection. A strong understanding of foundational DEI principles and Intellectual Freedom is also essential. 

Experience selecting or managing materials for a large library system—and evaluating items within a public library collection—is highly desirable.

This position requires a Master of Library Science degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.

Salary: $96,969.60 - $117,977.60 Annually

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