Are you dedicated to meeting the literacy needs of young children and their families? Passionate about going the extra mile to deliver the best customer service? Creative and energetic in developing programs and a library collection for youth? The Louisville Public Library seeks a highly motivated and energetic Librarian to join our excellent Children's Services Division as we help young children become readers.
The part-time (20 hours per week, non-benefited) Librarian I - Children's Services will work under the general direction of the Public Services Manager. He/She will work in partnership with other Children's Librarians, will provide timely reference services; excellent reader's advisory and library instruction; innovative and creative programming; effective collection development; and perform limited circulation duties for children and their families inside the library as well as in schools and the community. The schedule includes some evenings and rotating weekend hours. Must have an ALA accredited Master's Degree in Library Science or Information Science. Hiring range is $21.77 per hour to $25.04 DOQ.
Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License with a good driving record.
- Demonstrates excellent customer service skills
- Approaches work with children and their families with energy, creativity, and enthusiasm
- Demonstrates dedication to the principles and practices of public library service
- Possesses strong working knowledge of collection development principles
- Exhibits proficiency with technology, including basic code writing and robotics
- Searches library databases, catalog and the Internet
- Embraces change in work environment
- Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Assists patrons in locating information and materials
- Respects privacy of individual users
- Plans and presents library programs and classes effectively
- Exercises considerable initiative and judgment
The City of Louisville is a Colorado municipality with approximately 19,000 residents and encompasses approximately 7.82 square miles. The City, incorporated in 1882, lies in Boulder County, roughly six miles east of the City of Boulder and 25 miles northwest of Denver.
Please visit our website at www.louisvilleco.gov for more information and to apply on-line. ONLY online applications will be accepted.
Must apply online at www.Louisvilleco.gov by 3pm on February 20, 2015