Job Description
The Denver Public Library (DPL) is a growing urban library system that serves the residents of the City & County of Denver. DPL sees more than 4 million visitors every year across its 27 locations, serves Denver’s most vulnerable communities through outreach and mobile services, hosts thousands of programs a year and manages a collection of more than 1.4 million physical and digital materials. We believe a strong library is vital for a strong community. DPL is committed to serving the evolving needs of Denverites through inspired programming, diverse collections, culturally-representative spaces, and equitable policies & procedures.
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DPL is hiring a Library Branch Supervisor for the Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library. In this position, you will supervise staff and oversee daily operations at the Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library where all are free to explore and connect. The ideal candidate must be committed to providing a welcoming environment for all customers with the ability to foster curiosity by promoting our services throughout the community, especially among youth and our underserved populations. This person must make it a priority to connect with our customers, and build relationships while providing access to our collection and our space in an equitable manner. This person must be able to demonstrate accountability to members of the communities we serve as a good steward of our resources in a way that reflects our values and commitment to support the needs of a diverse community.
Our ideal candidate has:
A demonstrated commitment to developing and maintaining a welcoming environment for young people, including babies, toddlers, preschoolers, grade schoolers, and teens.
Ability to oversee building and grounds maintenance to ensure a welcoming environment for customers and staff at the branch location.
Ability to coordinate and implement emergency preparedness standards to ensure a welcoming environment for customers and staff at the branch location.
Ability to interpret and communicate library policies to staff and customers.
Ability to calmly listen and respond to customers' complaints and emergency situations.
Ability to keep track of the branch budget in alignment with library strategic objectives and values.
Ability to steward all branch activities through scheduling and assigning work to ensure branch service needs are met.
Ability to support organizational goals to maintain morale, to coach staff, and implement progressive discipline if necessary.
Ability to evaluate staff, set goals and priorities to help staff reach a targeted outcome.
Ability to work extended hours, including some nights and weekends.
Ability to demonstrate innovation and flexibility.
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities, prioritize and set boundaries.
Ability to use extensive workplace and other technology including email, internet, databases, eMedia, social media, and other software, with ability to work in a virtual environment.
Ability to recruit, train, connect, motivate, and retain an equitably diverse team that is reflective of the community.
Ability to creatively problem-solve, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.
Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and trauma-informed skills, positive attitude, cultural sensitivity, and sense of humor in working with customers of all ages and backgrounds, coworkers, and community.
Skill in providing strong, dedicated, inclusive, and compassionate leadership.
Skills in providing programming, reference, and advisory services to all ages.
Knowledge of popular materials and resources for all ages and of current trends in library programming.
Experience in presenting and providing library services to customers of varying levels of knowledge and experience.
Minimum Requirements:
Education Requirement: Master’s Degree in Library Science.
Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of supervisory experience in a retail or public service operational setting, or three (3) years of professional library experience.
Education and Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.
Additional Requirements:
Please include a cover letter and 3 professional references with your application in order to be considered.
This position will close on 10/27/2023. Please submit an application, resume, and cover letter at your earliest convenience in order to be considered.
10/06 Post Date - 10/27 Close Date
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
The Community
About Our Branch
Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library is a very busy community library that provides services to the West Colfax neighborhood. We are located in a diverse area near many schools, parks and businesses. We welcome over 350 visitors per day including children and families, older adults, and our unhoused neighbors. The branch serves as a culture space for our local Hispanic community and supports a very active Teen Advisory Board (TAB).