Job Description
Working at Laramie County Library System is about joining an award-winning organization that sets the bar for service regionally and nationally. The Library Journal 2008 Library of the Year, Laramie County Library System is a hub for engagement, literacy and learning, and lifelong curiosity and discovery. With nearly 385,000 yearly visitors to a 103,000 sq. ft. central library, two branch libraries, and bookmobile, Laramie County Library System champions a knowledgeable and engaged community.
The Business Office is the hub of all the business related functions for the Laramie County Library System (LCLS). Office employees complete accounting functions to include accounts payable, cash receipts, payroll, bank reconciliations and general ledger journal entries for both the Library System and Library Foundation. Office employees also provide direct public service to library patrons at the reception desk by greeting walk-in customers and providing notary services and answering phone calls.
Business Office employees work closely with Library System and Library Foundation Administration and all divisions in the library. The two current Business Office Specialists are long term employees who have worked with LCLS 8+ and 22+ years. A successful candidate will be a person who has attention to detail and a willingness to complete regular monthly tasks to a high standard. A person who completes tasks and projects quickly and accurately will enjoy this team and the work environment. A background in accounting and office management as well as the ability to work under tight deadlines and collaborate with team members will be important to success.
It is an exciting time to join the LCLS team. The Business Office Coordinator II is a new position to LCLS and will work closely with the Deputy Director of Operations to ensure office operations run smoothly. The person in this position will fill in at the reception desk in the absence of the Business Office Specialists, work the greeter desk as assigned and may be required to track grant income and expenditures. The individual may assist with select human resource functions, such as benefit administration and onboarding.
Additional Info & Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management or other business related field 3 years of progressively responsible and related work experience Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities