| Location | WA |
| Salary | $18.36–$19.56 Per Hour |
The Position
LIBRARY & ARCHIVES PARAPROFESSIONAL 1
(Part-Time Classified Hourly, Permanent)
Open Date: September 10, 2026
Close Date: September 20, 2026
Anticipated Start Date: October 1, 2026
Anticipated Hourly Rate: $18.36-19.56 (DOE)
Job Class/Position Title: 262I/Part-Time Classified Hourly, Permanent
PENINSULA COLLEGES COMMITMENT TO EQUITY
Peninsula College is committed to fostering an inclusive campus community where every student and employee has access to the support and resources they need to succeed. We believe that respect, connection, and belonging are essential to learning and working well together.
Our Equity Standing Committee, with representation from across the college, guides ongoing work to review policies, practices, and professional learning to support equitable access and student and employee success. We collaborate with campus partners on continuous improvement toward a learning and working environment where everyone can thrive.
Redacted Review Hiring Process
At Peninsula College, we are committed to a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. Before your materials are reviewed by the screening committee, certain personal identifying details such as your name, the dates you attended school, and affiliations that could unintentionally signal identity are removed. This helps reviewers focus on your skills, experience, and qualifications.
We encourage applicants to review their resumes and cover letters before submitting to ensure that your experience and accomplishments remain clear after redaction. If your materials rely on institution names or affiliations to explain your role, you may wish to describe the work and outcomes in your own words, so the impact is still visible to the screening committee.
Our goal is to support a hiring process that is consistent, equitable, and centered on the strengths you bring.
THE COLLEGE
Located in the northwest corner of the United States, Peninsula College is nestled in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains. The main campus in Port Angeles, Washington, overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the nearby city of Victoria, British Columbia, and has easy access to the Pacific Ocean, Olympic National Park, and Seattle. Port Angeles is two hours from Seattle and a one-hour ferry ride to Victoria, Canada. The College is honored to serve six sovereign American Indian nations in the region: Jamestown SKlallam, Lower Elwha Klallam, Quileute, Makah, Hoh, and Port Gamble SKlallam.
The College is honored to have strong relationships with these six federally recognized Tribes in the College¿s service district. The College is home to Longhouse of Learning. It is the first Longhouse in the nation to be built on a community College campus. The College offers transferable Indigenous language courses in Klallam/SKlallam, Makah and Quileute and Hoh languages. Instructional programs include a Tribal Homeland Security & Emergency Management certificate, and an Integrated Indigenous Studies transfer pathway. The College is committed to doing more and taking future direction from the Tribes.
As a public comprehensive community college with baccalaureate-granting authority, Peninsula College is highly regarded by businesses, schools, and community partners for its culture of inclusiveness, innovation, high academic standards, and community engagement. The College is part of the 34-college Washington State Community and Technical College System and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The College serves more than 2,500 students through its Port Angeles and Forks campuses, its correctional facilities, community education, and its online course offerings. The College community is vibrant, engaged, and known for its commitment to serving the diverse needs of the local communities across its 3,600 square mile service district.
The College culture is defined by its Guiding Principles and its shared governance model, which values respect, open and honest communication, integrity and collaboration. The College is a leader in the Guided Pathways work in Washington State and sees developing an equitable and socially just institution as a central part of that work. The College is highly regarded as a warm and welcoming place. Click here for a video about Peninsula College.
THE POSITION
Library & Archives Paraprofessional will perform a wide variety of tasks in the delivery of library services offered by Peninsula College. These may range from basic tasks at the entry level to more complex interactions and problem solving at the higher levels. Perform library tasks such as assisting patrons with reference, informational, or bibliographic questions. Perform circulation and collection maintenance, perform a range of circulation services using library management system. Stay current with library standards, practices, and technology. Maintain the operations of library functions and participate in the development and implementation of policies. Performs library tasks such as assist patrons with general bibliographic questions. Input/update electronic records, facilitate access to computer resources and circulate audio/visual equipment. Performs entry-level and routine technical library tasks related to public and/or technical services using manual and/or automated systems. Refers clients to librarians when appropriate.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Answers elementary library informational and directional questions; answers questions regarding information contained in library management systems, refers clients to appropriate employees for other services.
Answer telephone and keep messages current.
Perform opening and closing routines according to requirements of shift.
Explain library procedures, rules and policies to students, faculty and other patrons.
Shelves items in various library collections according to specific classification schemes.
Searches for library materials reported missing; maintains records of items missing.
Assist patrons with recurring quick information and questions on general subjects and refer patrons to librarians for other services.
Update patron and record information using library management system.
Participate in training and/or directing student employees.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: Library organization; practices and procedures of library circulation; perform tasks using library management system or similar program.
Ability to: interact courteously with customers; effectively direct the work of others; read quickly and accurately; work effectively in a team environment; use and explain information tools and services.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
BACKGROUND CHECK:
Job offers are contingent on the successful completion of reference and background checks, which may include a review of criminal history, in accordance with Washington State law and federal guidelines. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant. Any information obtained will be evaluated on an individualized basis and considered only to the extent that it relates to the responsibilities of the position and the applicants ability to perform its essential functions.
EMPLOYMENT TERMS:
In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
EMPLOYMENT TERMS, PAY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION
This is a Permanent Hourly appointment. The position is a regular, ongoing role with no anticipated end date. Hours worked may vary based on operational needs and funding availability.
Starting hourly rate-$18.36-19.56 (DOE)
Approx. 16/hours per week
Part-Time Employee Benefits:
Vacation Leave: Leave accruals start immediately and are based on the hours you work in the month prior; prorated to that of a full-time employee.Any unused balance of holiday credit hours is accumulative and compensable at the end of your contract period, provided you have been employed for six months or longer.
Sick Leave: Leave accruals start immediately and are based on the hours you work in the month prior; prorated to that of a full-time employee. Any unused balance of sick leave days are accumulative and non-compensable. If your contract is renewed, the balance will carry over.
Holiday Credit: Holiday credit accrues the month after a paid state holiday and are based on the hours you work in the month of said holiday; prorated to that of a full-time employee. Any unused balance of holiday credit hours is accumulative and compensable at the end of your contract period, provided you have been employed for six months or longer.
Personal Leave days: After 4 months of service, you will accrue based on the hours you work in the prior month; prorated to that of a full-time employee. Any unused balance of personal leave days is non-accumulative and non-compensable. Personal leave days are not eligible for payout and do not accrue past the end of the fiscal year.
Personal Holiday: After 4 months of service, you will accrue based on the hours you work in the month of said holiday; prorated to that of a full-time employee. Any unused balance of personal leave days is non-accumulative and non-compensable. Personal leave days are not eligible for payout and do not accrue past the end of the calendar year.
Bereavement Leave: up to five (5) days will be allowed as bereavement leave for each occurrence of a death in the immediate family member.
Application Submission Procedure:
A complete application file will include:
College employment application (online)
PDF - Current resume
PDF - Cover letter addressing specific qualifications of this position, and provide a one to two sentence statement on how you may be able to contribute to a culture of equity at Peninsula College
PDF - Three current professional references qualified to assess your experience and ability to perform the duties specified. Please include references name, email addresses and telephone numbers
Application materials may be uploaded electronically, by mail, or email:
Human Resources
Peninsula College
1502 E. Lauridsen Blvd.
Port Angeles, WA 98362
Phone: (360) 417-6298
Email: pchr@pencol.edu
Applications submitted electronically will be accepted without signatures.
Jeanne Clery Statement:
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Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment:
Peninsula college is compliant with title ix best practices. For more information visit, Anti-Harassment and Nondiscrimination | Title IX.
Peninsula college does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the human resources department, please contact pchr@pencol.edu, or call (360) 417-6212.
Requesting Accommodations for Employment:
Peninsula College provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Peninsula College Human Resources office, 360-417-6298 or email pchr@pencol.edu to request for any accommodations.
Peninsula College is an equal opportunity employer.