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Patron Services Specialist II - Spanish

Arapahoe Library District

Smoky Hill Library

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$16.34 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Aurora, CO

Hours

30.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Not Specified

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

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Job Description

Role: Assists patrons in the use of the library by delivering library programs and services in English and Spanish languages. Major Duties and Responsibilities: 40% PROGRAM & SERVICE DELIVERY - As assigned, implements programs and services in English and Spanish languages, including but not limited to, merchandising the collection, bilingual computer training for patrons, bilingual story times, program hosting, school visits, intermediate reference and reader's advisory, weeding assigned collection areas and identifying collection and/or shelving problems in order to deliver system-wide programs and services for Library Operations. 30% PATRON ASSISTANCE - Assists patrons by giving directions, checking the catalog and shelf for requested items, opening a library account, demonstrating the use of self-check, and collecting fines and fees in order to satisfy requests for basic services. 20% ASSISTANCE WITH TECHNOLOGY - Assists patrons by instructing them on how to use library computers to reserve materials, make a reservation for a computer, print information, use the internet, and use Microsoft Office in order to satisfy request for assistance with library technology. 10% SUPERVISOR ASSISTANCE - Assists the supervisor as the lead worker by acting as the person-in-charge (PIC) as needed, and drafting work schedules in order to assist the supervisor.

Additional Info & Requirements

Two years to five years of similar or related experience, preferred. Bachelor’s level degree, preferred. Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends required. Ability to speak English and Spanish fluently, required. Intermediate technology skills, including intermediate assessment scores for Windows, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, and Outlook, required. Ability to be mobile 100% of the time and sit as needed; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and push a loaded wheeled book truck weighing up to 100 pounds, 10% of the time, required.

The Community

Established in 1966, the Arapahoe Library District serves more than 200,000 residents living in Arapahoe County. Arapahoe County and other major suburban counties make up the greater metropolitan area surrounding Denver, Colorado. The Arapahoe Library District operates eight branch libraries, an Outreach Service that provides mobile library services, and a library at the County Detention Center, funded by the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Department. A seven-member Board of Trustees sets the library budget and determines policy.

HR Info

APPLY ONLINE at www.arapahoelibraries.org. Click on “Jobs” section, and then select the job in which you are interested. You may also attach a resume or cover letter with your application.

Posted Jul 29, 2011