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The position will provide general reference service assistance to patrons of all ages. Also includes a strong focus on outreach efforts. General business knowledge, programming experience and public speaking experience is strongly desired. Knowledge of the latest library and technology trends is preferred. Starting salary is $2707.25 per month with generous benefits, but could be increased to be commensurate with skills and experience. A strong patron service ethic is a must. The position requires demonstrated skills with collection development and general public reference tools including use of online databases and Internet searches. Public library reference desk experience is required. Some evenings and weekend hours are required. Must be able to maintain positive, team-player staff relations. Douglas County has been nationally recognized as a great place to live, work and raise a family. In a May 2004 study, by the American City Business Journals (ACBJ), Douglas County ranked fourth in the nation for Quality of Life. ACBJ used 20 statistical indicators to rate living conditions in all 3,141 counties and independent cities across the nation. Douglas County ranked particularly well in the household income, homeownership rate and educational attainment categories. Combine those with our great location, excellent schools, wonderful weather and outstanding recreational and cultural opportunities and you will understand our high rank in the Quality of Life study.

Submit resume and District application (required, available on our web site at DouglasCountyLibraries.org or at any of our libraries) via mail, fax or e-mail (PDF, StarOffice or Word equivalent attachments saved in RTF only) to: Human Resources, Douglas County Libraries, 100 W. Wilcox St., Castle Rock, CO 80104. Fax: 303-688-7655. E-mail: jobs@dclibraries.org. EOE.