Assistant Librarian Adult Services 20 Hours

Job Summary:

Library Assistants in Adult Services provide a variety of services including, but not limited to: high-quality customer service; answering reference, readers' advisory, and general information inquiries; creating and managing displays; and supporting work in the areas of programming, collection development, and outreach for adult library users.

The salary range for this position is $19.07- $25.74 per hour with a hiring range of $19.07 - $22.40, depending on qualifications and experience.

First reading of applicants to take place on Monday, 5.25.26 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

This is a 20 hours per week benefitted position.

A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

The Assistant Librarian is a part-time, 20 hours per week position that provides a variety of services including, but not limited to: delivering high-quality customer service; answering reference, readers’ advisory, and general information inquiries; creating and maintaining library displays; and supporting programming, collection development, and outreach initiatives for adult library users. Evening and weekend availability required.

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.

Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

Essential Functions:

• Create dynamic and diverse book/materials displays to enhance library experience and promote the use and engagement of library resources.
• Manages tax forms, library handouts, and community materials.
• Assists Adult Services Librarians with programming, collection development, and outreach as needed.
• Assists library users in the use and navigation of library materials, resources, and technologies.
• Searches for, locates, and retrieves reliable information and materials to answer questions posed in person, by phone, and by email.
• Performs basic circulation activities such as placing holds, renewing materials, and updating patron records.
• Provides effective readers' advisory for all readers.
• Maintains the schedule and effective use of study rooms.

Other Job Functions:

• Performs shelving and shelf-reading activities as needed.
• Attends and participates in regular staff meetings as well as cross-division teams and cross-department initiatives as needed.
• Maintains a safe and welcoming library space through regular opening and closing duties, responding to and documenting incidents, and following all library policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education:

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

Experience:

• 1 year of library or closely related experience required.
• Experience providing customer service to diverse individuals and groups preferred.

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Provide strong customer service to individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
• Positively inspire and energize individuals about library services and materials. Incorporate equity, diversity and inclusion in all operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and independently to complete tasks on time and constructively problem solve.
• Perform job duties effectively during relaxed or stressed activity level within the department.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• General knowledge of computer-based library systems.
• Welcomes diverse populations, including but not limited to cultural, racial, economic, and ethnic diversity.
• Spanish language proficiency preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• 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 e xposure 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.

Continuous Floating Holiday:

• This position may work evenings, weekends, and holidays. As a result, the position is eligible for Continuous Floating Holiday.

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 a 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!

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. - 1807F3

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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