Do you love working with youth and want to ignite the love of reading in young children? Are you creative and energetic? Do you aspire to build community and connect parents to learning resources? We may have the job for you! Apply today to become the newest member of the Estes Valley Library’s Patron Experience team as a Children's Librarian. You will build an inclusive environment that welcomes families from all walks of life, plan creative programs and services based on early learning principles, collaborate with community partners, and curate our ever-evolving children’s collection. Read the full job description here and apply today. Only applications with a cover letter and resume will be considered.
Medical, dental, vision, retirement (Public Employees’ Retirement Association of Colorado), 401(k) options, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), & more
- Required: Associate degree or 2 years experience organizing and delivering programs and services in a library, educational institution or community non-profit; Expert computing skills; Fluent written and spoken English; Access to transportation. Valid Colorado driver’s license and insurance if applicable.
- Desired: Bachelor’s degree with a major in library science or four years experience in a library or educational setting; Library experience; Bilingual in Spanish.
Estes Park is nestled in a forested valley surrounded by awe-inspiring, mountain terrain, sitting at an elevation of 7,522 feet, and is the eastern entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park. The community is renowned for its outdoor activities, including hiking, rock and ice climbing, backcountry skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The area also boasts a diverse array of watchable wildlife, such as elk, deer, and bighorn sheep.
Tourism is a major industry in Estes Park, with millions of annual visitors drawn to its natural beauty and recreational opportunities. The town has a well-developed downtown area with a scenic river walk, numerous retail stores, restaurants that often feature live music, and almost weekly community events that draw visitors from near and far.
With a long history as a resort community, dating back to the late 1860s, Estes Park has many notable landmarks include The Stanley Hotel, the Big Thompson River, and the Historic Park Theatre. The Estes Park Museum provides insights into the town's rich past, including its Native American heritage, homesteading era, and the formation of Rocky Mountain National Park.
The Estes Valley Library has been in operation since 1916 and serves not only the residents of Estes Park, but the entire valley with a service population around 12,000. We are proud to be a community hub located in the center of a vibrant downtown that aspires to bring the most current programming, technology, collections, and resources to our patrons.