Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and service-oriented Librarian to join the Adult / Teen Services staff at the Library 21C. You will provide reference services, assist patrons with online searches, community referrals, promote the library, support the Teens Services program for the District, coordinate Teen Summer Reading Program, booktalks, provide resource classes, serve an active role with teen volunteers, and more! This exempt, full-time position supports the mission of the Pikes Peak Library District: to seek, engage and transform lives through library services and resources that enrich individual lives and build community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works the public service desks 15-18 hours per week providing reference service to walk-ins, over the phone, via email and instant messaging
- Assists and instructs patrons through material and online searches, computer software applications, reference/in-depth research, community referrals, and outside sources/collections.
- Provides readers’ advisory services
- Maintains confidentiality in all patron and staff interactions
- Promotes library services through tours, demonstrations, talks, and displays
- Uses computers and assists patrons with computers and printers
- Serves as the “person in charge” in the absence of the Adult/Teen Services Supervisor
- Supports an active Teen Services program for the District; advocates the importance of teen library services; coordinates the Teen Summer Reading Program for Library 21C; booktalks and resource classes in area middle and high schools
- Plans and implements teen programs for Library 21C
- Plans and implements district-wide programs such as Free Comic Book Day, Banned Books Week, and International Games Week
- Coordinates district-wide Safe Place designation
- Serves in active roles on the Teen Team and with Teen Volunteers
- Performs duties in collaboration with the Teen Services Coordinator
- Takes an active role in community and state groups that advocate for teens
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Additional Info & Requirements
POSITION HOURS: 40 hours per week:
Monday 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Every 3rd Saturday (prior Monday off) 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
9 Sundays per year 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
The Community
Colorado Springs, located at the foot of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, is a diverse community with excellent opportunities for education, culture, outdoor activities and offers great weather averaging 245 days of sunshine annually. It is the mission of the Pikes Peak Library District to seek, engage, and transform through library services and resources that enrich individual lives and build community.
HR Info
PPLD Human Resource @ 719-884-9800 x6994
PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION:
- Complete a PPLD online application located at ppld.org/Jobs on the Application tab
- Attachments should be submitted in the following file types: .doc, .xls, .xlsx, .pdf, .htm
- Include a 300-350 word essay in response to the question on page 3 of this announcement
- If you require an accommodation to complete your job application, please contact the Human Resources Office at (719) 884-9800, Ext. 6998
- Resume and Cover Letter are strongly encouraged