To bring the world of information and imagination to all people of our community. Vision Statement: We are the community's choice for the discovery and exchange of information and ideas.
Values: At Pierce County Library System we value:
-Customer service excellence; Freedom of expression and free flow of ideas; The diversity of people we serve, their opinions, capabilities, needs and interests; The power and worth of words and images; equitable access to all library resources and services; responsible stewardship of public funds; creative solutions by solving problems in innovative ways; and our diverse, skilled, and knowledgeable employees working in a safe and stimulating environment.

Description:
If you enjoy working in a positive, idea-filled environment and want to make a difference in your community, please consider sharing your time and talents as a Pierce County Library volunteer.

History:
The Library System
(Updated as of 7/07)
Pierce County Library System is an independent municipal corporation established under the Revised Code of Washington 27.12. The Library is a junior taxing district funded from a separate property tax levy.

The Library System serves unincorporated Pierce County and the annexed cities and towns of Bonney Lake, Buckley, Dupont, Eatonville, Graham, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Milton, Orting, South Hill Puyallup, Steilacoom, Sumner, Summit, Tillicum, and University Place.

Library usage has continued to increase and diversify through the system's history. Our library materials include items for loan, including books, video tapes, DVDs, CD's, DVD's, cassettes, talking books, and periodicals.

Contact person: Karol Barkley, Volunteer Coordinator/Human Resources Assistant, (phone), (email)
Office fax number: (253) 536-6053

Address:

3005 112th St E Tacoma, WA 98446 (See a map)