Shani B.

Shani B. is an experienced library professional currently serving as Supervising Librarian at the City of San Rafael since August 2025, overseeing a team of librarians across three branches. Prior experience includes roles such as Children's Librarian II and I at Oakland Public Library from August 2021 to August 2025, and various positions at Marin County Free Library, Belvedere Tiburon Library, and Mill Valley Public Library. Shani B. has a background in student leadership and management at the University of the Pacific, with skills in budget oversight, committee participation, and community engagement, complemented by a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science and a Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs and Commerce.