Assistant Librarian, Youth Services-20 Hours

Job Summary:

Responsible for providing a variety of services in Youth Services including, but not limited to customer service, creating and managing displays, programming’s, readers advisory, and gaming. Flexible schedule requires some evenings, some mornings, and Saturdays. This position is predominantly customer service focused with most of the scheduled time at a public desk in either the Children's department or Teens. This position reports to the Youth Services Division Manager.

The salary range for this position is $18.79- $25.37 per hour with a hiring range of $18.79 - $22.08, depending on qualifications and experience.

This is a Benefitted 20 Hours per week position.

This opportunity will be available to applicants until Friday, 3.21.25 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

Essential Functions:

• Relationship building, behavior support and customer service, including reference, reader’s advisory and technology assistance to diverse families and youth of all ages.
• Perform customer service at both Children's and Teen Hangout public desks.
• Coordination of space including instructing patrons and staff on proper use of equipment.
• Management of library resources and literacy programs.
• Assist with teen and children's programs and services.
• Assist with creating engaging displays.
• Assist with collection development and maintenance.
• Maintenance of the overall organization, appearance and cleanliness of the division including, but not limited to shelving materials, shelf reading, placing books on display, shifting within stacks.
• Accurately record and report statistics about use of youth service space and materials.

Other Job Functions:

• May coordinate and direct work of volunteers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate Degree required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Experience:

• 1 year progressively responsible experience in libraries or a related field required. Must be in addition to any experience used to satisfy the education requirement.
• Experience providing customer service to diverse individuals and groups of all ages preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and guide children, tweens and teens. Ability to perform job duties effectively during relaxed and stressed activity levels within the department.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. General knowledge of computer-based library systems, Microsoft Office, web and maker technologies.
• Ability to positively inspire and energize patrons of all ages about library services and materials.
• Ability to learn new task skills on the job. Ability to work independently, complete tasks on time and constructively problem solve.
• Ability to switch frequently between managing two distinct spaces (Children's and Teen Hangout) with a focus on supporting developmentally appropriate behaviors and building relationships in each area.
• Knowledge of early literacy practices, juvenile and young adult literature, and youth popular culture. Spanish language proficiency a plus.
• Welcomes diverse populations, including but not limited to cultural, racial, economic, and ethnic diversity.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent m inimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
• Frequent l ight to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
• Frequent exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
• Occasional m oderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools.
• Occasional e xposure to hazards typically found in general office environments where there is rarely to no exposure to injury or accident.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization, and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefits Information

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Hybrid Remote Work Eligibility:

This position may be eligible for up to two days per week working remotely. Probationary employees (within the first six months of employment) may not be eligible. Subject to change based on business needs and performance expectations.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a background check, including a criminal sex offender search.

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