Nature and Scope of Job:The Library Assistant performs a wide variety of customer service and library duties in a public library setting: customer service, readers advisory, technology assistance, account assistance, collection maintenance, programming planning and delivery, merchandizing, and clerical tasks. As frontline staff, assistants welcome and assist guests and uphold the mission and values of the Buena Vista Public Library. Library assistants work dynamic scheduled hours, including evenings and Saturdays.Responsibilities:1. Promotes and practices the Vision and Mission of BVPL and upholds foundational principles of the library and information profession.2. Provide excellent customer service, greet every guest and provide directional assistance.3. Build and maintain positive workin ...

Purpose: The Youth and Family Services Librarian plans, coordinates and implements library services offered at Douglas County Libraries (DCL) with a primary focus on services for youth and families. This role has a clear understanding of principles and practices related to public library work, with a chief emphasis on delivery of premium service to library customers. This role works as an effective member of the Customer Experience team and on cross-departmental teams in collaboration with other library staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:70% Library Services:Takes ownership of the customer experience by embracing innovation and experimentation, seeking out new technologies, making collection recommendations to meet customer needs, looking for new ways to create connections with t ...

Job TypeTemporaryDescriptionGeneral Statement of Duties:The Activity Services Guide is primarily responsible for creating and implementing programs within the branch, as well as outreach activities outside of the library, under the direction of Branch Managers. The Guide works closely with Library Service Leads, Branch Managers, and possibly a District program committee to effectively serve various defined demographic niches (e.g. older adults, teen gamers, or child writers) through these activities. As a secondary focus, the Guide will be asked, at times, to assist with public library functions related to the general operation of the Pines & Plains Libraries. Adaptability, respect, good humor, self-direction, and a willingness to empower one’s self and others are also key attributes ...

We are seeking a dynamic, customer-focused Patron Experience Associate at our Evergreen Library to provide frontline library service to the diverse and growing residents of Jefferson County and beyond. Helping people find the information they need – whether it be what to read next, how to download an e-book or how to find a job – is what we do all day, every day. If you're passionate about providing outstanding customer service, serving your community, and are ready to contribute to the Library's success, then this may be the job for you!The Division of Public Services supports the mission and vision of the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) by creating the essential destination where residents can find just the service, program or material delivered in the way that fits them just ...

We are seeking a dynamic, customer-focused Patron Experience Associate at our Evergreen Library to provide frontline library service to the diverse and growing residents of Jefferson County and beyond. Helping people find the information they need – whether it be what to read next, how to download an e-book or how to find a job – is what we do all day, every day. If you're passionate about providing outstanding customer service, serving your community, and are ready to contribute to the Library's success, then this may be the job for you!The Division of Public Services supports the mission and vision of the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) by creating the essential destination where residents can find just the service, program or material delivered in the way that fits them just ...

Cultivate Curiosity. Enlighten the Mind. Strengthen the Community.Job Overview:Provide support and assistance to customers by responding to a wide variety of questions and requests. Duties include, but are not limited to, greeting customers, assisting customers with material checkout, registration for library cards, self-checkout, photocopiers, faxing, etc. Assist customers in locating library materials. Help customers with use of computers.May be assigned to the bookmobile or events to provide customer service,Work is generally well-defined and performed under direct supervision. Position functions independently on routine work, but questionable cases and situations are referred to the immediate supervisor.Essential Functions:Customer Service:● Provide customer service to all who use li ...

This position provides reference in gardening and horticulture and performs circulation duties. On Call Librarians are responsible for independently opening and closing the library, following established protocols, and maintaining library services for staff and patrons. In addition, the Librarian supports library volunteers, responds to patron requests, and works on additional projects as assigned.Denver Botanic Gardens is currently seeking an On Call Librarian in our Library Department! Read below to see if the requirements might be a good fit for you:RequirementsGeneral Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides reference services to patrons of all ages in person, by telephone, and email.Performs circulation duties including but not limited to check-ins, check-outs, creating patron records, and ...

Job Summary: The Materials Handler makes library materials readily available to patrons. While remaining responsive to patrons visiting the library, the Materials Handler processes and shelves materials accurately and efficiently; prepares outgoing and receives incoming materials that are shared among libraries; maintains the general order of library materials; and performs a variety of circulation tasks. In this physically demanding role, the Materials Handler works both independently and with a team to process a large daily workload. Materials Handlers may be temporarily assigned to work shifts at other libraries.Essential Functions:Sorts and shelves materials in alphabetical or numerical order. (25%)Operates and monitors the automated materials handling system. Resolves minor problems w ...

Job Summary: The Librarian I creates engaging and dynamic programs for patrons of all ages with a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). They play a critical role in overseeing daily library operations and supporting their colleagues. The Librarian I builds and sustains collaborative community relationships through coordinated outreach activities to increase the appeal, attendance and overall patron satisfaction of library programs, services and events.Essential Functions:Provides reference, reader’s advisory, technology, research databases, and library account assistance to patrons at public service desks, or by phone which may be in the call center and throughout the library. (25%)Provides leadership for planning, promoting, implementing, and evaluating prog ...

Library Associate Children'sROLE:Answers patron requests for information and assistance, assists patrons with self-check and library technology, and plans and conducts programs.​Major Duties and Responsibilities:35% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Serves as the first point of contact for patrons in assistance with using library materials and information, guiding them in searching the catalog and stacks, accessing databases, and navigating the Internet; and passes the patron on to a Librarian for further assistance beyond the efforts required of a reference interview. Essential20% - CIRCULATION – Checks out and renews materials; Assists patrons with self-checkout and checking in materials; issues and updates library cards; andfollows procedures and collects money for fines and over-dues; proces ...

A member of the Law Library’s management team reporting to the Associate Director, the Head of Access Services is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Law Library’s access services functions. Responsibilities include managing the circulation of materials, including reserves and interlibrary loan; hiring, training, scheduling, managing, and backing up the part-time hourly workers who staff the Law Library’s circulation desk; overseeing the Law Library’s part-time Weekend and Evening Circulation Supervisor; maintaining the stacks, signage, and other relevant aspects of the Law Library’s facility; assisting members of the law faculty in promoting their scholarship; serving as a liaison to various student-edited law journals to help facilitate their use of research-relate ...

TheUpper San Juan Library District (dba Ruby M. Sisson Memorial Library) Board of Trustees seeks an effective communicator who will serve as a tireless advocate in promoting discovery, inspiring creativity, and engaging the community as its next Library Director. Working from a single location with 6.675 FTE, consisting of 5 full-time and 4 part-time staff, the new director reports to a seven-member Board of Trustees. Library highlights include a supportive community, exceptional youth and adult program offerings, and a friendly staff. The new director will focus their attention on working with the Foundation for current expansion plans, building a complete understanding of the organizational culture and service district needs, and ensuring that the library is a welcoming and supportive en ...

University of Colorado Boulder LibrariesJob AnnouncementBusiness Research & Instruction LibrarianThe University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) Libraries invites applications from collaborative and innovative candidates for the position of Business Research & Instruction Librarian! The Business Research & Instruction Librarian is a teaching professor non-tenure track faculty position reporting to the Head of the Relationship Building and Engagement Section. A typical annual merit formula for teaching professor-track faculty may be 70% librarianship, 10% scholarly and creative work, and 20% service.This position plays a highly collaborative role that supports the research, teaching and learning for business and related programs. Duties include participating in all aspects of li ...

Librarian Adult Services Full-TimeRole:Answers patron requests for information and assistance, coordinates programming within the branch, and acts as a staff resource.Major Duties and Responsibilities:40% - IN BRANCH PROGRAMMING - Working independently or as part of a team, develops relevant programs by using project management and outcomes based planning and evaluation tools; delivers programs to audiences within the library, and assists Community Relations and Marketing with recruiting attendees in order to provide benefit to patrons, promote use of library resources and represent the library district to the community. Essential15% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Receives referrals from Library Associates working with patrons, assists patrons in locating the information needed through the use of ...

Title: Library Specialist (part-time 20 hours)Location: Southglenn 6972 S Vine Street Centennial, CO 80122Reports to: SupervisorSupervises: 0Position: Full-time, non-exempt. Flexible availability is required as the schedule includes one to two evening shifts per week and every other weekend.Pay Rate: $18.50 - $21.70 per hourPurpose: Welcome and assist patrons in the use of the library by delivering outstanding, inclusive service while keeping current on internal communications and library offerings in order to connect patrons with the appropriate resources.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:80% PATRON ASSISTANCE AND MATERIALS HANDLINGGeneral patron assistance:Greets all library visitors and provides proactive assistanceAssists patrons with library account inquiries, including cash regis ...

Title: Library Specialist (full-time 40 hours)Location: Southglenn 6972 S Vine Street Centennial, CO 80122Reports to: SupervisorSupervises: 0Position: Full-time, non-exempt. Flexible availability is required as the schedule includes one to two evening shifts per week and every other weekend.Pay Rate: $18.50 - $21.70 per hourPurpose: Welcome and assist patrons in the use of the library by delivering outstanding, inclusive service while keeping current on internal communications and library offerings in order to connect patrons with the appropriate resources.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:80% PATRON ASSISTANCE AND MATERIALS HANDLINGGeneral patron assistance:Greets all library visitors and provides proactive assistanceAssists patrons with library account inquiries, including cash regis ...

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.The Auraria Campus Library has an opening for a full-time Faculty (unclassified) Scholarly Research Services Program Lead Librarian position.The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across eight schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading facult ...

This position is a full-time, 40-hour per week, non-exempt position. Job Summary: The Theater Coordinator is an independent community-facing team member who works with colleagues and community members to ensure seamless development and execution of events in the Boulder Public Library Canyon Theater. They manage theater operations including event coordination and operation and maintenance of stage lighting, sound systems and video projection systems.Essential Functions:Manages the theater schedule. Coordinates and schedules programs and events with staff, volunteers and/or community members such as, speakers, performances, movies, podcasts, etc. in the Canyon Theater. Posts event information to library calendar and marketing as appropriate. (25%)Responds to rental inquiries and requests fo ...

A full-time position (24 hours a week) is available beginning April 1st. The schedule will include Monday-Wednesday with other possible days for interested candidate.Employee will host weekly story-time and Lego Club programs as well as oversee the books, displays and materials in the children’s area.Applicant must love libraries and have the knowledge, skills and ability to creatively problem-solve, negotiate, and handle stressful situations in a positive manner. Ability to work with other staff members, multi-task, prioritize and thrive working in an environment with constant contact with people from all backgrounds and age groups.Self-direction, strong organizational and computer skills required.Come join the dynamic, service-oriented team at the Ridgway Public Library. ...

This position is part time working 24 hours per week.The Children Services Assistant provides support to the youth services department by assisting with youth programming, providing customer service at the children services desk, staffing library events, and contributing to library services.Programming / Events: Plan, conduct, and assess programming for children of all ages. Programs may be offered in-person or virtual.Children Services Desk: Provide exemplary customer service at the children services desk. This includes contributing to a welcoming children’s area, providing reader’s advisory services, enforcing library policy, evaluating the use of the children’s area, and making recommendations as needed. This position is required to manage the children’s desk throughout the week ...

The Access Services Librarian is a department-head level position. This position coordinates the operations of the Access Services department, including circulation, reserves, interlibrary/intercampus loan, and copyright, and provides innovative and collaborative leadership for the department. This position oversees stacks management, building management and building access. A member of the library leadership team, the Access Services Librarian establishes departmental policies and procedures and with the Dean of the Library and other department heads establishes goals for the library. This promotion-track, faculty position works closely with all library departments. Duties and responsibilities are understood in reference to the terms and conditions set forth in the Library Faculty Handboo ...

Application Instructions: To apply, email 1) a copy of your Spring 2024 course schedule, 2)resume, 3) letter of interest, and 4) work hours availability to alhrstnd@ucdenver.edu.OverviewThe Collections Student Assistant will engage in activities related to collection development andmanagement as well as other opportunities related to the day-to-day operations of a largeacademic library. Every employee of the library is expected to treat others, and in return betreated, with respect and dignity.Reports To Mariana (Mari) Prestigiacomo, Collection Development Librarian, CollectionDevelopment and Strategies DepartmentJob Duties Write content for online news items and highlights to promote collections. Assist with the assessment of collections. Process gift collections. Withdraw ...

Do you love helping people? Are your customer service skills outstanding? Does spending your workday surrounded by books in a historic library setting appeal to you?Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: providing excellent customer service while working on library tasks at the circulation desk; assisting patrons; assisting with library organization and book accession; and helping to make library programs and events successful.Requirements:At least six months of customer service or retail experienceComputer/tech fluencyFlexibility to work mornings and evenings, Monday through SaturdayAbility to work in both Idaho Springs and GeorgetownThis is a part-time, on-call position and will entail approximately 15 – 20 hours per week. Partial benefits. The pay range fo ...

Title: SAFETY SPECIALISTLocation: Support Services, 12855 E. Adam Aircraft Circle, Englewood, CO 80112Reports to: Supervisor, SafetyFLSA Status: Non - ExemptPay Rate: $19.10 - $23.20 per hourPosition Overview: Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and security of individuals within a vibrant community setting? The Arapahoe Library District is seeking a dedicated and proactive Safety Specialist to play a pivotal role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for library staff, patrons, and facilities. As a Safety Specialist, you will employ your strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, empathy, and exceptional customer service skills to navigate various situations with professionalism, tact, and a deep commitment to patron satisfaction.Key R ...

Job Summary: The Librarian I will focus on building and sustaining collaborative community relationships with preschools and elementary schools through coordinated outreach activities to support early literacy acquisition and area educators, and to increase the appeal, attendance and overall patron satisfaction of library programs, services and events.The Librarian I creates engaging and dynamic programs for patrons birth to grade five with a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) and early literacy. They play a critical role in overseeing daily library operations and supporting their colleagues.Essential Functions:Provides reference, reader’s advisory, technology, research databases, and library account assistance to patrons at public service desks, or by phon ...

Job title: Concierge: part customer service, part technology troubleshooting, part product promotionBusiness Unit: Branch ServicesPay range:$18.00 per hourJob Type: Full-time, non-exempt; benefitted**Spanish speaking candidates are preferred for this position**Job description:You’re the essence of the customer’s experience at the library. You greet people with a smile and welcome them into our library. You enrich people’s lives through meaningful dialogue about our products and services. You earn trust by being knowledgeable about our products and making recommendations that connect with the customer. You help our library customers find the fuel and the spark to unlimited ideas and opportunities.Ready to join in a bold opportunity to help us take community library services to an enti ...

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:Integrity,Respect, Professionalism, andCustomer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.Why Work for Aurora?Make a difference in the lives of real people every dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail st ...

Under the general direction of the library director, theGypsum Branch Managerperforms professional, managerial level work in supervising the operations of a community branch library. The manager serves as a member of the Library's management team and works as a professional librarian to provide direct public service and supervise building and staff. They assist patrons by providing reference, reader's advisory services and community referrals and perform community outreach to promote core library values. The manager may assume responsibility for library operations in the absence of the director.Bilingual applicants are highly encouraged to apply. The schedule includes evening and weekend rotations. ...

Position OverviewPractical work experience in a public library. Plan, set up, and conduct children’s library events, passive programming and summer reading. Offer reader's advisory and other library services at the children's service desk, organize and shelve library materials, create props for story times. Recommend library books and materials for acquisition or deletion to a librarian. Assist with marketing of programs to promote services for children.Accountability: Children’s Librarian or Branch ManagerHours of Work: Hourly, Part Time [10–12 weeks, 15-19 hours/week]Work EnvironmentPerforms work under typical library conditionsPosition regularly interacts with other personnel and the publicOperates computers and other standard office equipmentActivities for children and families m ...

Job Summary: The Librarian I creates engaging and dynamic programs for patrons of all ages with a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). They play a critical role in overseeing daily library operations and supporting their colleagues. The Librarian I builds and sustains collaborative community relationships through coordinated outreach activities to increase the appeal, attendance and overall patron satisfaction of library programs, services and events.Essential Functions:Provides reference, reader’s advisory, technology, research databases, and library account assistance to patrons at public service desks, or by phone which may be in the call center and throughout the library. (25%)Provides leadership for planning, promoting, implementing, and evaluating prog ...