Job Description
Responsible for providing a variety of services in the Teen Division including, but not limited to customer service, programming, technology instruction and gaming. Flexible schedule requires some evenings and weekend hours. This position reports to the Teen and Personnel Services Manager.
This is a Part Time 20 hours per week position.
The salary range for this position is $16.78- $23.51 per hour with a hiring range of $16.78 - $20.14, depending on qualifications and experience.
Position will close to applicants on: 8/13/21 at 4:30 P.M. M.S.T.
With over 300 days of sunshine, proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park, endless outdoor recreation options and a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene Loveland is an award winning City. In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the 2020 Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence. Loveland is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years. Additionally, Loveland has consistently been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. Featured by USA Today in 2017 as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America. As the rest of the world is figuring out what we have known for quite some time… Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE! ~ Love What You Do, Land With Us!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Relationship building, behavior support and customer service, including reference, reader’s advisory and technology assistance, for tweens and teens from diverse backgrounds.
- Liaison with Food Bank for Larimer County to provide daily snacks to teens.
- Management of library iPads and gaming systems including security, content, and updates.
- Assist library staff with teen programs and services
- Maintenance of the overall organization, appearance and cleanliness of the division including, but not limited to shelving materials, shelf reading, placing books on display, shifting within stacks.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
May supervise teen and/or adult volunteers.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, skills & abilities:
Ability to relate to and guide tweens and teens. Ability to perform job duties effectively during relaxed and stressed activity levels within the department. Excellent oral and written communication skills. General knowledge of computer-based library systems, Microsoft Office, web and maker technologies. Ability to positively inspire and energize patrons of all ages about library services and materials. Ability to learn new task skills on the job. Ability to work independently, complete tasks on time and constructively problem solve. Knowledge of Young Adult literature and popular culture. Spanish language proficiency a plus.
Core competencies:
Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness
Education and/or experience:
Associates degree required, bachelors degree preferred. Experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year by year basis.
One year of progressively responsible experience in libraries or a related field in addition to any experience used to satisfy the education requirement.
Experience providing customer service to diverse individuals and groups is preferred.
Licensure and/or certifications:
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Material and equipment directly used:
Library computer, public catalog and staff terminals; PCs, LCD screens, Gaming Systems, e-Readers, iPads, robotics, 3D printer, laser cutter, sewing machine, Smart Boards, printers, telephone, fax, photocopier, laminator, paper cutter, DVD & monitor, ladders, library carts, library materials (books, media, etc.).
Working conditions and physical requirements:
Works in a dynamic public library environment in the Teen Services Division with extensive public contact. Must be able to visually scan library computer and staff screens and explain displayed information and direct customers to shelf locations. Must be able to position or move materials on varying height shelves and in file cabinets for extended periods of time. Must be able to move library carts weighing 50 pounds across a carpeted floor. Flexible schedule requires some evenings and weekend hours.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
A criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment.
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:
- 2 Medical plan options – HDHP & PPO
- Dental
- Vision
- Medical and Dependent Daycare flexible spending
- Flexible Spending – Medical and Dependent Daycare
- Retirement –401(a) and 457
- Paid time off including Holiday, Vacation and Medical Leave
- Short and Long term disability
- Life insurance
- Wellness Clinic and programming
- City of Loveland training opportunities
The Community
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of teens? Do you jump at the chance to assist a team, create innovative programming, help teens gain leadership and job skills, and learn new technologies? Do you stay up-to-the-minute with the latest in YA lit and pop culture? Do you enjoy working with youth with diverse backgrounds and abilities? If so, then this could be the job for you!
Loveland Public Library is looking to fill a 20 hour benefited position in its Teen Services Division. This position is responsible for customer service, partnering with the local food bank, and assisting library staff with programs and services. Our ideal candidate is enthusiastic, forward-thinking, can work independently, and excited about the prospect of growing and learning in an ever-changing environment!
Loveland Public Library serves as the single municipal library of Loveland, Colorado with a service area of 78,000. The library’s Teen Hangout, a separate area designated just for teens, includes a gameroom, tinkerlab, meeting room and common area. Over 8100 teens visited the Teen Hangout last year afterschool to hang out with friends, participate in programming, access technology and enjoy snacks provided by Food Bank for Larimer County.