Job Description
About Our Job
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 Librarian for the (branch location). In this position, you will serve the community through programming, reference, technology assistance, readers’ advisory, and front line customer service. You will foster curiosity through the exploration of recreational and educational resources for all audiences in multiple formats. You can expect to challenge inequity by creating welcoming spaces that foster belonging for all, and by providing technology resources and assistance. Additionally, as a DPL employee you will strengthen connections among staff and community by gathering together to discover creative ways to serve the community. You’ll be expected to honor the public trust by providing the highest level of service and equitable access to reliable information resources on a variety of topics, including the full scope of library services. This position does not have any direct reports though it may occasionally entail being the person in charge or guiding other staff in the absence of management.
About you
It Would Be Great If You Have:
- Spanish or Vietnamese language skills preferred
- Experience with reference services, programming, trauma informed practices, and customer service.
- Ability to maintain communication with community partners and promote library services
- We ask that you be willing to take the library outside of its walls by performing outreach activities in the community.
- Ability to create and implement innovative services that sparks curiosity.
- Skill in providing information to a vastly diverse audience, leading with cultural humility
- Lived experience within the Bear Valley community and/or the community-building skills to build strong ties with the customers and organizations within it.
- Knowledge of the core values of librarianship, including: intellectual freedom, privacy, democracy, diversity, sustainability, serving the public good, access to information for all, and library advocacy.
- Provide a high level of customer service while assisting in circulation tasks in a busy environment with consistent public exposure.
- The ideal candidate will be able to meet customers where they are with a compassionate and trauma informed lens in particular [teens, people experiencing homelessness, older adults, other]
- A demonstrated commitment to developing and maintaining a welcoming environment for young people, including babies, toddlers, preschoolers, grade schoolers, and teens.
- You can expect to work the hours the branch is open including [evenings, weekends, etc.}
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education requirement: Master's Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited program.
Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience solving problems and providing customer service to business or public clients.
Education/Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.
License/Certifications: None
Other things to Know:
Please submit your application along with a cover letter/resume before the end of day on 12/15/2023 in order to be considered for the position. Applicants will be screened while job posting is open.
About Everything Else
Job Profile
LA1280 Librarian
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Position Type
Unlimited
Library Hiring Range
$50,647.00 - $67,107.00
Starting Pay
$50,647 - $67,107
Agency
Denver Public Library
Assessment Requirement
The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
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The Community
About Our Branch
Bear Valley Branch Library is located in Harvey Park Southwest Denver, on the corner of Sheridan and Dartmouth. The community is surrounded by elementary schools, several parks and coffee shops, including a beautiful view of the mountains and foothills. The Library itself has been in this community for over 50 years and has welcomed all to enjoy our well attended story times, and teen and adult programs. The Bear Valley Library serves customers of all ages and has a dedicated teen space for our young adult customers. The Bear Valley team has a great connection with the community and advocates for equitable access for all.