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Assistant Supervisor, Full Time, Sheridan Library

Lead with Purpose. Empower with Compassion.
Are you a relationship builder with a passion for mentoring others and ensuring smooth, people focused operations? Do you thrive in a community centered environment where every day brings new opportunities to support learning and inclusion? Are you someone who values thoughtful processes, embraces change with optimism and seeks personal and professional growth through collaboration and service?

Arapahoe Libraries is seeking an Assistant Library Supervisor to help lead daily operations at Sheridan Library. Your supportive leadership will help maintain the library as a welcoming and dependable place where people of all ages can explore, discover, and feel a sense of belonging.

About the Role
Sheridan Library serves a diverse and vibrant community and is home to a team of dedicated staff who reflect the neighborhood's welcoming spirit. This branch supports a large Spanish-speaking population, making cultural awareness and language sensitivity key to delivering excellent service. Sheridan is a popular afterschool destination for youth and teens, offering a supportive space for engagement, creativity, and social connection. As an Assistant Library Supervisor, you'll help lead this team by supporting day-to-day operations, mentoring staff, and fostering a culture of service excellence. Sheridan's unique community partnerships and hightouch service model offer opportunities to make a direct impact while contributing to districtwide goals.

Key Responsibilities
Customer Relations and Patron Assistance

• Build positive relationships with patrons and staff, modeling inclusive, people centered service.
• Welcome all visitors and provide proactive assistance with advisory, reference, and technology needs.
• Promote library resources, programs, and services while ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
• Resolve concerns from patrons and staff with empathy and sound decision making.

Supervisor and Team Support

• Support the Library Supervisor in managing day‑to‑day operations, including scheduling and prioritizing tasks.
• Assist in hiring, training, mentoring, and performance feedback for team members.
• Act as the supervisor in charge when the Library Supervisor is not available.
• Help coordinate team meetings, professional development, and staff recognition.
  
  

Team Leadership and Mentoring

• Lead by example, encouraging collaboration, open communication, and shared ownership of service goals.
• Work alongside staff, offering feedback and support to promote a cohesive, high performing team.
• Champion positive change and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  
  

Learning and Development

• Stay current on library resources, trends, and technologies to better support staff and patrons.
• Engage with internal communications to ensure consistent and informed service delivery.
• Take the initiative to expand personal skills and knowledge in alignment with the library's mission.

What You'll Bring

Staff mentor and service advocate: Demonstrated ability to guide, coach, and uplift others in a dynamic setting.
People‑centered problem solver: Skilled in resolving concerns with empathy, fairness, and clarity.
Strong communicator and collaborator: Able to connect authentically with patrons and team members alike.
Operationally minded leader: Confident in navigating daily logistics, coordinating priorities, and leading in the moment.

Engagement with youth and teens: Enthusiasm for creating welcoming spaces and services for young people, especially during high-traffic afterschool hours.
Cultural and language awareness: A thoughtful, inclusive approach to serving Spanish-speaking patrons and multilingual families.
Change embracer and growth seeker: Values learning, flexibility, and building strong, sustainable systems and relationships.
Equity Focused Perspective: Commitment to inclusive service and a welcoming environment for patrons and staff from all backgrounds.
Alignment to ALD Core Values: Dedicated to collaboration, equity, and innovation in every facet of your work.

Qualifications

Required:

• Two years of library experience providing direct service to patrons.
• Experience training, teaching, or mentoring others.
• Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and support team priorities.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn new technologies.
  
  

Preferred:

• Knowledge of library online resources and advisory services across formats.
• Experience working with children and teens.
• Spanish language skills or cultural competency in serving Spanish speaking populations.

Who We Are
At Arapahoe Libraries, we are a forward thinking, inclusive organization committed to enriching lives and strengthening our community. Guided by our core values-collaboration, equity, and innovation-we believe in the power of curiosity and lifelong learning. Our motto, "Let's Find Out," reflects our spirit of exploration and shared discovery.

Let's Find Out Together
This is more than a job-it's your opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping shape how a dedicated team delivers inclusive and responsive library services. As an Assistant Library Supervisor, your leadership will support a culture of curiosity, trust, and collaboration. If you're motivated by the chance to lead with heart, strengthen day-to-day operations, and grow alongside others, we'd be excited to hear from you. Apply today!

Inclusion and diversity are part of our values at Arapahoe Libraries.

Qualified applicants who represent the diversities of the communities we serve are encouraged to apply.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://arapahoelibraries.applicantpro.com/jobs/3800339-2186.html
 

Health Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability program, Voluntary Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Parental Leave, Time Off Programs (vacation, holidays, sick)

Established in 1966, the Arapahoe Library District serves more than 200,000 residents living in Arapahoe County. Arapahoe County and other major suburban counties make up the greater metropolitan area surrounding Denver, Colorado. The Arapahoe Library District operates eight branch libraries, including mobile library services, and a library at the County Detention Center, funded by the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Department. A seven-member Board of Trustees sets the library budget and determines policy.

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For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://arapahoelibraries.applicantpro.com/jobs/3800339-2186.html