Job Description
The Cataloging Assistant position is a 20 hour per week job earning between $8.50 - $9 per hour.
The Cataloging Assistant performs a variety of duties including: adding books to the AspenCat system, processing new materials, assisting in book and material selection, processing donated materials, and handling InterLibrary Loan requests.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are looking for someone that likes people, enjoys working with the public, and is a team player. Someone that demonstrates effective public service skills, and an understanding of public library operations. Someone skilled in operating a computer and working with attention to detail. Someone with the ability to demonstrate positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and a sense of humor in working with patrons, coworkers and community. The ability to creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner. Someone with the ability to multi-task and prioritize. The ability to follow written and oral instructions. Must have the ability to use basic workplace technology including email, internet and automated software. Ability to pass a background check after the offer to hire has been made.
Additional Info & Requirements
Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively.
Must be able to learn library operating systems.
The Community
Located approximately 160 miles south of Denver along the I-25 corridor, Walsenburg lies at a cultural and economic crossroads. Three major highways junction here, Interstate Highway-25 going north and south, Highway 160 heading to Alamosa and points west, and Highway 10 towards La Junta and the eastern plains.
We have a wide cultural diversity here as well, with the descendants of immigrants from many coal mining and agricultural communities around the world. We are also a gateway to the mountains of Southern Colorado with Sangre De Cristo’s and the Wet Mountains nearby, and just to the southwest, our namesake; the Huajatollas or Spanish Peaks.
HR Info
Questions can be directed to
Elizabeth Bennhoff, Library Director, by email: elizabethspld@gmail.com
Apply online at http://www.spld.org/library-
Cover letters and resumes are not required, but may be submitted to elizabethspld@gmail.com.
Applications will be accepted from December 1st through December 15th 2015.