Information Services Associate

Jefferson County Public Library

Golden Library, Golden, Colorado

Application Deadline

Apply By Mar 5th, 2009

Wages

$1,382.00 per Month   Calculate

Location

Golden, CO

Hours

20.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

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

Job Description

Provides reference assistance to patrons, using online and manual searches, electronic databases, community resources and online referrals to partner library systems. Assists and instructs patrons in using equipment necessary to access library resources. Uses high-level customer service skills to create a positive, inviting atmosphere for all patrons.

Additional Info & Requirements

May assist with collection maintenance Participates in staff meetings Teaches patron education classes May serve on library committees Conducts library toursMinimum one year of customer service work required, preferably in a library setting.

The Community

Golden Library serves an eclectic patron mix due to the proximity of the original Coors brewery, Jefferson County’s government complex, numerous museums that reflect the city’s history as Colorado’s original territorial capital, and the nationally known Colorado School of Mines. Students from all over the world come to “Mines,” speaking a variety of languages and bringing a variety of cultures. The Colorado Mountaineering Club has its headquarters just down the street from the library, and a spacious recreation center is a few blocks away. Hang gliders soar in the breeze half a mile to the west in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Golden’s elementary, middle and high schools are part of the excellent county school system. As a treasured resource in the community, the library has a staff of 17 to serve a population of 22,000 that value preserving its picturesque, small-town ambience and friendliness. Golden Library provides reference services for children and adults, access to Jefferson County’s extensive Online Library, about 82,000 items on its shelves, and numerous free programs for all ages, including story times for children.

HR Info

A current resume and complete Jefferson County application must be completed along with a list of 3 professional references. Applications are available by fax at (303) 271-8411 or online at http://jefferson.lib.co.us/jobs/. Return to Jefferson County Human Resources, 3500 Illinois St, Suite 2500, Golden CO 80401; 303-271-8400.

Posted Feb 23, 2009