Children's Information Services Associate, #27-151, Evergreen, Colorado

Jefferson County Public Library

Evergreen Public Library

Application Deadline

Apply By May 24th, 2007

Wages

$1,279.00 per Month   Calculate

Location

Evergreen, CO

Hours

20.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

This position will provide reference assistance in the Children's Room using community, manual, and electronic resources, including online searching. Position assists with children's programs and story times and create displays and bulletin boards. In addition, work will involve advising patrons on choice of books and materials appropriate for themselves or for their child, and offering instruction for various reference searches including use of our computer catalog.

Additional Info & Requirements

One year of customer service experience with good communication and computer skills.

The Community

Home to a Jefferson County community of 58,000 artists, nationally known writers, entrepreneurs, and people who love the outdoors, Evergreen enjoys a library beautifully designed for its setting in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Evergreen Library has about 91,000 items on its shelves and a staff of 17 who provide reference services for children and adults, access to Jefferson County’s extensive Online Library, free classes, and numerous free programs for all ages, including story times for children. Students from top-rated public elementary, middle and high schools are regular visitors, as are business and retired people and mothers with preschoolers. Readers enjoy a quiet room that overlooks a forested area frequented by wildlife. Several Jefferson County open space areas and mountain parks are in or near Evergreen with opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, and picnicking. The attractions of Denver are just a half hour away.

HR Info

A current resume and complete Jefferson County application must be completed along with a list of 3 professional references. Applications are available by fax at (303) 271-8411 or online at http://jefferson.lib.co.us - click on Library and Community Information. Return to Jefferson County Human Resources, 3500 Illinois St, Suite 2500, Golden CO 80401; 303-271-8400.

Posted May 4, 2007