Job description
About Our Job
The Denver Public Library (DPL) is a growing urban library system that serves the residents of the City & County of Denver. DPL sees more than 4 million visitors every year across its 27 locations, serves Denver’s most vulnerable communities through outreach and mobile services, hosts thousands of programs a year and manages a collection of more than 1.4 million physical and digital materials. We believe a strong library is vital for a strong community. DPL is committed to serving the evolving needs of Denverites through inspired programming, diverse collections, culturally-representative spaces, and equitable policies & procedures.
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DPL is hiring a Librarian for the Bob Ragland Branch. In this position, you will serve the community through programming, reference, technology assistance, readers’ advisory, and front line customer service. You will foster curiosity through the exploration of recreational and educational resources for all audiences in multiple formats. You can expect to challenge inequity by creating welcoming spaces that foster belonging for all, and by providing technology resources and assistance. Additionally, as a DPL employee you will strengthen connections among staff and community by gathering together to discover creative ways to serve the community. You’ll be expected to honor the public trust by providing the highest level of service and equitable access to reliable information resources on a variety of topics, including the full scope of library services. This position does not have any direct reports though it may occasionally entail being the person in charge or guiding other staff in the absence of management.
About Our Branch
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape our newest location of the Denver Public Library through the development and implementation of a co-located, creative-focused branch model with our values of Connection, Curiosity, Equity, Stewardship, and Welcoming in action. The newest branch, Bob Ragland, is in the Five Points Neighborhood part of the RiNo Arts District and along the Platte River Trail. The park buildings and our partner non-profits, RedLine satelitte studio space, Alto Gallery and Focus Points, will serve as an equitable and public community hub that celebrates art, innovation, education, small business, and community empowerment for the surrounding neighborhoods. This location will welcome all community members customers to use the collection, community spaces, and technology. The Denver Zine Library will be housed for at least one year on the second level. There are four community rooms for small and large groups. Collaborating daily with our ArtPark partners and other community organizations through proximity and strong outreach.
About You
Our ideal candidate has:
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Knowledge of the core values of librarianship, including: intellectual freedom, privacy, democracy, diversity, sustainability, serving the public good, access to information for all, and library advocacy.
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Lived experience within the [branch] community and/or the community-building skills to build strong ties with the customers and organizations within it.
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Skill in providing information to a vastly diverse audience, leading with cultural humility
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Ability to create and implement innovative services that sparks curiosity.
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Experience with reference services, programming, trauma informed practices, and customer service.
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A demonstrated commitment to developing and maintaining a welcoming environment for young people, including babies, toddlers, preschoolers, grade schoolers, and teens.
We know your time is valuable, so please review the following minimum qualifications before applying:
Education requirement: Master's Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited program.
Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience solving problems and providing customer service to business or public clients.
We anticipate this position to close on 1/27/23. Please submit an application at your earliest convenience in order to be considered.
Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience solving problems and providing customer service to business or public clients.
We anticipate this position to close on 1/27/23. Please submit an application at your earliest convenience in order to be considered.
About Everything Else
Job Profile
LA1280 Librarian
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Position Type
Unlimited
Library Hiring Range
$50,647.00 - $58,877.00
Starting Pay
$50,647 - $58,877
Agency
Denver Public Library
Assessment Requirement
The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
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