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Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities: Creates positive experiences for library customers by preparing and presenting informational and educational materials, courses, lectures, and in service instruction for children and adults. Conducts subject research and documentation. The Library Program Associate will bring a new service environment to customers who are working towards an improved quality of life. The key role of this branch model will be to bring bilingual library services and resources to a diverse customer base that includes new immigrants and their families. Adult and concurrent programming for children will be a focus of this branch as part of a bilingual and inter-generational environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of training and development practices and ability to relate to the needs of patrons of all ages. Knowledge of library operations, research resources and reader guidance information to be able to assist customers in location of collection materials and obtaining interlibrary loan services. Skill in presenting information to groups of adults or children. Skill in reading aloud clearly, concisely and with expression; exercising initiative, judgment, and decision making in solving problems and meeting organizational objectives. Skill in designing, preparing, training, implementing and evaluating professional instruction and training programs. Skill in communicating and establishing effective working relationships with employees, volunteers, organizations and the public. Ability to thrive working in an environment with constant public contact with people from all backgrounds and age groups. Ability to demonstrate positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a sense of humor in working with customers, coworkers, and community. Ability to make appropriate choices of materials for programming and outreach. Ability to research and compile information. Spanish language skills are strongly preferred. Experience: Two years of experience teaching or presenting information in a variety of situations and settings.

Additional Info & Requirements

Location: Montbello Branch Library, 12955 Albrook Dr.A background check must be passed after the offer to hire has been made. Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license.

HR Info

Submit an electronic application at www.denverlibrary.iapplicants.com or mail or bring application and resume (optional) to: Denver Public Library, 10 West 14th Avenue Parkway, Denver, CO 80204. Applications and resumes (optional) may be faxed to (720) 865-2085. Resumes are not accepted without a completed employment application.