Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00432

Department: Department of Public Libraries

Division: LIB 71 White Oak Library

Job classification: Librarian II

Posting type: Internal/External Applicants

Categories: Library, Education, Training & Library

Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $82,352 to $117,060 based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

MCPL 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 million diverse customers.

Approximately 500 engaged and passionate staff provide services in 21 library locations and in community engagement using direct outreach and virtual assistance. MCPL is an open, inviting, and vital gateway to the information, ideas and enrichment that strengthens our county. A diverse, highly qualified staff continually assesses community needs and interests to support, encourage and inspire our customers.

MCPL believes in the right of all to learn and to grow. We value intellectual freedom, accountability, quality service, diversity, fairness, professional ethics, integrity of information and respect for our customers, our community, and ourselves. We are a learning organization that functions openly by exploring new ideas and using the collective talent, knowledge, and creativity of employees at all levels.

The Montgomery County Library System is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. MCPL values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. MCPL encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. As part of this commitment, MCPL provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you looking to join an innovative, collaborative, and diverse team? Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) is seeking highly motivated librarians to provide excellent customer service and equalize opportunity for Montgomery County residents.

MCPL seeks ambitious, confident team players that enjoy connecting customers with materials and resources, are eager to learn, and embrace the transformative nature of public libraries. The ideal candidate for this role is an effective communicator, customer service oriented, and committed public servant.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Additional multi­ lingual pay may be available after successfully passing a multilingual examination

Examples of duties

• Provides exemplary service to all library customers. Task-oriented in leading a team to fulfill projects, operations, and services.
• Values problem solving and strategizing solutions. Communicates effectively across a variety of mediums with your colleagues and to various communities.
• Creates and organizes procedures, workflows, and processes that support daily performance of a library. Steers collaborative efforts within a team and through partnerships.
• Readily grasps new technologies and platforms.
• Managing a branch collection.
• Connecting teens, adults, seniors, and people with disabilities with material and resources both in-person and over the telephone.
• Serving on a branch Leadership Team. Utilizing new technologies and platforms.
• Serving on committees, and workgroups for projects, and initiatives for the library system.
• Leading branch in collection development, analysis, and maintenance, and making recommendations to the manager.

THIS RECRUITMENT WILL GENERATE A 6-MONTH ELIGIBLE LIST TO FILL CURRENT AND FUTURE VACANCIES FOR THE LIBRARIAN II POSITIONS AT ALL BRANCH LOCATIONS WITHIN MCPL.

Hours for this position:

• Library hours of operation are 7 days a week including evenings, days, and weekends. Employees are expected to be available for work during these times. Individual schedules, including evenings and weekends, will vary based on branch operational needs.

Qualifications

Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience as a librarian in a public library system comparable to Montgomery County’s system.

Education: Master’s degree in library science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association.

Equivalency: None.

License/Certifications: Employees will be responsible for maintaining appropriate level of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to sustain licensing. Note: There will be no substitutions for this section.

Medical exam protocol: This position requires completion of a pre-employment medical history form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role.

Supplemental information

1. Experience planning and organizing a service or project.

2. Experience maintaining a collection in a public, school or community college library setting.

3. Experience providing a variety of library services and resources to adults, seniors, and people with disabilities in a public, school, or community college setting.

4. Experience and familiarity with web applications and new technologies.