Librarian I (Adult Services & Programming)

Working at the Poudre Libraries is about being part of a dynamic organization that is transforming the community and having fun along the way. You'll be instrumental in helping our library customers connect to the ideas, information, and resources that spark their curiosity and support lifelong learning. More than 1 million people come through our doors each year and tens of thousands more access important library services online and through our outreach efforts, making the Library District - and its staff - an indispensable public resource. Come check us out!
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 PM MT on 11/30/2023. All applicants must apply online and submit a cover letter and resume.
Applicants will receive an email acknowledgment when the application has been successfully submitted. Completed applications will be forwarded to the hiring manager. Applicants who are selected for further testing or interviews will be contacted by someone on the hiring team to schedule. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE.
Post-offer background check & MVR required.
Job Title: Librarian I (Adult Services & Programming)
Reports To: Library Manager
Department: Public Services
Location: Harmony Library
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Classification: Classified
Benefits Eligibility: Classified Benefits Summary
Salary Range: $51,359 - $64,199
Revision Date: November 2023
Summary:
Performs professional library services using research and communication to link customers with resources. Serves as an information advocate and innovative forward thinker who inspires learning, discovery, and the development of 21st century skills for staff, volunteers, and the community. Offers a variety of programming, content creation, and preservation. Inspires lifelong learning, collaboration, and advocates for the library in support of the library's goals and mission. Emphasis for this position is on adult programming.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creates a welcoming environment for all patrons and staff that fosters equity, diversity, and inclusion by seeking to understand, respect, and value individual differences.
• Provides and models exceptional customer service by demonstrating an approachable, friendly demeanor. Provides service in an efficient and timely manner. Provides responsive, courteous service to all customers, regardless of age, race, class, gender, appearance, or ability.
• Assists customers in the use and navigation of library materials, resources, and technologies.
• Provides in-depth reference services to locate reliable information and specific materials for customers.
• Plans, coordinates, delivers and evaluates informative and relevant public programs. May collaborate with staff, community agencies, or contractors to leverage the library's reach and/or mission.
• Delivers programs to audiences within the library and at organizations within the branch's service area. Collaborates with schools, agencies or community groups to promote library services, resources and programs.
• Assists the library manager with managerial duties including assisting and training staff, resolving customer disputes and acting as person in charge.
• Recommends additions to and removal of items from the collection in order to keep collection appealing, current and relevant to the community.
• Takes a leadership role in coordinating various teams and districtwide initiatives. Participates in teams and committees.
• Plans and directs staff development programs.
• Provides effective readers' advisory for all readers using adept communication skills, readers' advisory tools, and personal knowledge of books and authors.
• Directs and oversees the work of volunteers and hourly staff.
• Communicates library policies and procedures to customers.
• Performs duties in a manner consistent with the Library's mission, goals, and objectives.
• Assists customers with circulation functions which include, but are not limited to, issuing and updating library cards, placing holds, and addressing account problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Duties Related to Adult Services & Programming Librarian

• Identify opportunities for adult programs and implement a wide variety of library programs that meet community interests and needs for adults of all ages.
• Host programs during evenings or weekends on a monthly basis.

• Work collaboratively with the Communications department to promote programs and enter relevant programming details.
• Determine evaluation criteria for programs to help drive future programming.

• Build and sustain relationships with Library District community partners.
• Work collaboratively with District programming staff and teams, and with staff serving adults throughout the District.
• Coordinate and market the Library's Career Online High School program.
• Provide training to branch staff on library technology, library database resources, and e-media.
• Coordinate and implement public digital and computer classes.

• Create dynamic displays to enhance the library experience and to promote the use of library resources and books.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of library policies, best practices, trends, theories, values and issues.

• Knowledge of current and emerging models, practices, and tools used by public libraries for the access and discoverability of resources.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products and other relevant technologies, Internet navigation, social media outlets and Integrated Library Systems (ILS) software.
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a sense of humor in working with customers, coworkers and community.
• Able to understand and use library resources, both digital and physical, with proven ability to research, retrieve, evaluate, and utilize information.

• Able to provide leadership and embrace risk taking, innovation, collaboration and change.
• Able to listen, communicate and positively interact with internal and external customers.
• Able to analyze, take ownership and resolve requests and issues using critical thinking skills.
• Able to lead, coordinate and manage special projects and initiatives.
• Able to gather, interpret and analyze data to inform decisions.
• Able to present programs to a variety of audiences.
• Able to create and manage a budget.
• Able to operate with minimum supervision and work independently as well as cooperatively in a team environment.
• Able to manage projects by applying critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Able to foster a nonjudgmental, supportive environment for a diverse population of users by using patience and effective communication to assure a positive customer experience.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including night and weekend shifts.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree plus two years of library or related professional experience is required. Master of Library Science or relevant Master's degree preferred; adult programming experience is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Abilities:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Fluency in English is required. Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
Reasoning Abilities:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements:
Valid driver's license required.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed and/or required to:

• Work primarily in a library environment and sometimes in community settings.
• Regularly sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, talk and hear.
• Regularly reach, lift and move arms above shoulder level.
• Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl climb or balance.
• Occasionally lift and/or move materials weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Concentrate on and complete tasks in the presence of distractions.
• Regularly operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, laptop and/or tablet PC, telephone, e-reader, calculator, cash register, bar code reader and copy machine.
• Continuous and repetitive arm, hand and eye movement.
• Moderate to loud noise levels.
• Travel to/from meetings and various locations.
• Work a varied schedule at various locations, including weekends and evenings.

The Poudre River Public Library District will make reasonable accommodations for access to Library District services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6740 for assistance.
Poudre River Public Library District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age 40 years or older, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by law. For the purpose of this Library District policy "sexual orientation" means a person's actual or perceived orientation toward heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED.
Note: Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.