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Job Description

Work involves providing information to patrons in person, by phone, mail and via electronic means. Performs simple to moderately complex research activities; advises patrons on appropriate materials; locates materials through the use of manual and electronic databases in JCPL, other library systems, or other sources. Refers patrons to community resources and other appropriate resources for further information as necessary; and advises about on-line searching. Advises and instructs library patrons in using equipment necessary to access library resources. May present programming training or classes to the public, including Storytimes, both on or off site. May specialize in services to specific market segments (Children, Adults, Seniors) Performs miscellaneous tasks to keep the collections in order and contributing to the look of the library through displays, merchandising and marketing the collections.

Employee will provide information, referral, and reader’s advisory assistance to patrons in person, by phone, mail and via electronic means. Will perform simple to moderately complex research activities; advises patrons on appropriate materials; locates materials through the use of manual and electronic databases in JCPL, other library systems, or other sources. Refers patrons to community resources and other appropriate resources for further information as necessary; and advises about on-line searching. May create content for the web or social media. Employee will address and resolve complaints from patrons or will forward to appropriate staff as necessary. Promotes and presents programs, classes, workshops both in the library and off site. Position must comply with laws governing patron privacy and confidentiality under CRS24-90-119, and the Code of Ethics of the American Library Association, as well as ADA governing public access to space and technology. Employee will provide quality programs including off-site locations. Promotes programs to target audiences. Promotes and presents programs and activities, including seasonal programs and Storytimes for children. Conducts library tours and community outreach. Provides library instruction and patron education to the public, individually and in groups. Suggests program needs. Under supervision, assists in the development and maintenance of instructional tools, databases and reader’s advisory materials. Routinely provides direct customer service. Assists with evaluating and maintaining the existing collection through recommending and weeding of materials.

Additional Info & Requirements

Must be able to work some evenings, weekends and minor holidays as needed. Offer of employment is contingent on education verification and successfully passing a background check.

The Community

The Golden Library, located at 1019 10th Street in Golden was Jefferson County's first public library. The library is located on the scenic banks of Clear Creek in Golden. The Golden Library offers big city service with a small town feel

HR Info

Sandie Coutts, ER Manager

Jill Krantz, HR Generalist

Application must be made online through NeoGov.