Librarian

Pikes Peak Library District

Penrose Library

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$22.00 to $24.46 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Hours

20.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Required

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

BROAD SCOPE OF POSITION:  

Seeking a friendly, courteous and dynamic professional to join Pikes Peak Library District in its mission of informing, empowering, inspiring and entertaining through library services and resources that enrich individual lives and build community.  This position at the Penrose Public Library downtown operates in a  diverse environment to help fulfill the library’s mission by providing general information and assistance to the public and participating in a wide range of support activities for Adult Services and PPLD. A rewarding position for a person who is ready for the opportunity and challenge to work with staff and the public to provide a wonderful and rewarding experience to library patrons.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:  

  • Works public desks 16+hours/week providing reference services to walk-ins, over the phone, via email and instant messaging     
  • Assists and instructs patrons through material and on-line searches, computer software applications, reference/in-depth research, community referrals, and outside sources/collections.
  • Provides reader’s advisory services.
  • Maintains confidentiality in all patron and staff interactions.
  • Coordinates the reference collection.
  • Will serve occasionally as “Librarian in Charge”.
  • Promotes library services through tours, demonstrations, talks and displays.
  • Teaches computer classes to the public.
  • May participate in library outreach opportunities
  • May participate on library-wide teams. 

Additional Info & Requirements

  • Minimum one year of public library or customer service experience required
  • Advanced knowledge of library practices, procedures and materials
  • Ability to research and gather information on trends and resources in the library field
  • Proficiency on computer applications and databases, including Microsoft Office software
  • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to listen to others, and effectively interact with others
  • Works collaboratively, is open to the ideas of others and builds trust throughout the organization
  • Practices teamwork, demonstrates a “whatever-it-takes” work ethic, and has an excellent customer service attitude.
  • Bilingual ability is a plus in serving our diverse community.

 

HR Info

Any questions or assistance needed completing application, please contact Rose Walker in HR at (719) 884-9758. 

On line application at:  ppld.org/jobs

Application must include required essay response. 

Posted Sep 9, 2014