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Job Description

Requisition Number:           16-00134

Salary Range:                       $62,094 - $77,617

Opening Date:                      Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Closing Date:                        Monday, August 15, 2016, 8:30 a.m.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Library Services Coordinator – Youth Services position is responsible administrative work involving a broad range of Library functions. The position reports to the Library Services Manager and may act as Library Services Manager in Manager's absence. The Library Services Coordinator - Youth Services manages and administers all aspects of library services to children and coordinates with Adult Services to deliver services to young adults at both libraries. Work is performed independently with responsibility for making final determinations in accordance with established general policies, and is reviewed by the Library Services Manager. Children and young adult services include Collection Development, Reference and Information, Public Training, Programming, Interlibrary Loan, and Reader's Services. Work hours may include some evenings and weekends.

The full salary range for this position is stated above. Starting wages are negotiable and dependent on the qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster offers a bonus of up to $1,000 per year depending on the employee's fluency in Spanish, Hmong, and/or Laotian.

In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must attach to the online application, a cover letter and resume (maximum of two pages).

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications

Required:

• Graduation from a four-year college or university, supplemented by an ALA accredited Master's Degree in Library Science
• Experience with planning and implementing early literacy programs
• Previous supervision of Master's level librarians
• At least three (3) years of public library experience at a professional level with experience in services to adults, teens, and children
• Possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record

Preferred:

• Experience in developing public library collections

Experience in planning and budgeting, and in promoting children's and young adult library services to the community

HOW TO APPLY

A City of Westminster online employment application is required for this position and is due by the closing date. Apply online at www.cityofwestminster.us/jobs by 8:30 a.m., on the closing date.

The Community

Westminster (Population: 108,710) is a city located in both Adams County and Jefferson County, Colorado, and is a suburb of the City of Denver. In July, 2006, it was ranked as the #24 best place to live in the USA (CNN Money). Great schools, low crime, good jobs in a high-tech economy and a fantastic outdoor life make Westminster No. 25. Situated 5,000 feet above sea level in the Rocky Mountains, the city offers restaurants, night life and culture, plus natural attractions like nearby Standley Lake, which provides the City with both water and recreation. The interconnected trail system winding through the City's open space is a special point of pride. Westminster features more than 63 miles of off-road trails, making it a leader in offering easy access to some of the richest recreational opportunities in the Denver metro area.

HR Info

Human Resources

303-658-2150

jobs@cityofwestminster.us

A City online application is required for all positions and is due by 8:30 a.m. on the closing date. Applications are available online at www.cityofwestminster.us/jobs