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Library Associate

City of Lafayette

Lafayette Public Library

Application Deadline

Apply By Apr 6th, 2026

Wages

$18.81 to $22.57 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Lafayette, CO

Hours

20.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Some College

Library Experience

Not Required

Supervisory Experience

Not Required

Type of Library

Public

Social
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Job Description

We are looking to hire a Library Associate to work directly with library patrons. The ideal candidate for this position provides excellent customer service at the Library’s service points; enjoys talking about books; delivers information services to the Library’s diverse customer base; supports the Library’s programs that promote literacy skills and lifelong learning; is technology literate and offers skilled and patient instruction to customers on the use of computers and other library technologies; and contributes to the maintenance of the Library’s collections.  

As part of the Circulation Team, this entry level position promotes books and reading to library customers of all ages, supports reader’s services, checks in and reshelves returned materials, and provides an energetic, friendly presence at the library. 

The Lafayette Public Library serves a population of approximately 30,411 residents and is a member of the Flatirons Library Consortium. The Library has a committed staff dedicated to facilitating equal access to services, community building, innovation, intellectual freedom, literacy, and lifelong learning. Each member of our Library team is integral to the success of our organization. We value vision, hard work, collaboration, and creative problem-solving.

This part-time position is scheduled for 20 hours per week:  

  • Monday evenings 4:00 pm to 8:00pm (flexible from noon to 8:00 pm but must work until 8:00 pm)
  • Wednesday evenings 4:00 pm to 8:00pm (flexible from noon to 8:00 pm but must work until 8:00 pm)
  • Thursday evenings 4:00 pm to 8:00pm (flexible from noon to 8:00 pm but must work until 8:00 pm)
  • Saturdays: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. (possible to only work two Saturdays per month, if preferred). 
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info

Part-Time Benefits

 City Provided Benefits:

  • Employee Assistance Program (free counseling, travel assistance, legal aid, etc)
  • Bilingual Pay
  • Deferred Compensation and Roth Options
  • Identity Theft Program
  • Recreation Center Pass
  • Wellness Punch Card (50 punches per year to use at golf course, waterpark, etc)
The Community

The Lafayette Public Library serves a population of approximately 30,000 residents and is a member of the Flatirons Library Consortium. The Library has a committed staff dedicated to facilitating equal access to services, community building, innovation, intellectual freedom, literacy, and lifelong learning. Each member of our Library team is integral to the success of our organization. We value vision, hard work, collaboration, and creative problem-solving.

Candidates with Spanish language skills strongly encouraged to apply.

Links

External Job Ad
https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/lafayette/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/960

Website
https://www.lafayetteco.gov/2570/Library

Human Resources / Job Listings
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lafayette

HR Info

1290 South Public Road
Human Resources Office - 2nd Floor
Lafayette, Colorado, 80026-1612

303-661-1252

Posted Mar 17, 2026