Collection Development Librarian Jobs in Colorado

Job title: Wrangler: part product placement, part inventory control, part display technician
Business Unit: Branch Services
Pay Range: $15.20 per hour + bilingual stipend eligible
Job Class: Part-time, non-exempt; non-benefited

Job description:

We are changing the way people think about libraries, but our products are still the cornerstone of our operation. You will be in charge of ensuring our books, media and music are out on our shelves, ready to be picked up by our library customers. You will be refreshing displays and making sure the materials are in their correct locations.

Ready to join in a bold opportunity to help us take community library services to an entirely new dynamic realm?

Who you are:

• You are organized, detail-oriented, and keep things in tip-top order.
• You can't rest until everything is put away; quite simply, you're a neat freak.
• You insist on knowing where things are.
• You engage well with others and are passionate about providing an exemplary customer experience.
• You're a team player who thinks quickly on your feet.
• You're excited about the prospect of growing and learning in a changing environment.
• You inspire fun in the people around you.

A position you'll love:

• You take pride in being the logistic champion of the library.
• You have a passion for getting the materials out to our customers as quickly as possible. You are an explorer of efficiencies; you're always on the move to ensure the product is in the correct location on the branch floor, looks clean and tidy on the shelves and can be easily found.
• Magazines and newspapers are under your control. You make certain the magazines are entered into our system and out on the floor. Newspapers are put out daily and old papers are pulled for recycling.
• You're the point person to pull the hold list and return expired holds, ensuring our products get into the hands of customers thrilled to have them.
• You are a wizard with understanding and maintaining the material handling system for automatic RFID check-in of materials.
• You are tech-savy, you feel comfortable jumping in to learn new software.
• You keep the experience items (such as vinyl, musical instruments, board and card games, craft equipment, and outdoor gear) stocked, displayed, and in working condition for customers to check out and enjoy.
• You are a genius when it comes to moving materials through the system; you process the daily delivery and get it onto the floor quickly. You can trace items, claim returns and get them to their correct location.
• You have great ideas to share on district committees, branch meetings and training days.
• You are a lifelong learner, enjoying your journey of professional development.
• You are friendly and warm and help our customer with basic questions about the library.
  • You pitch in to answer phones or the drive-thru window, explain basic knowledge of library operations, pull items for condition and point out collection gaps to Branch Manager.

• You enjoy being on the move; you will lift, stretch and push with muscles you didn't even know you had.
• You do the right thing. Every decision you make and action you take is an opportunity to demonstrate our collective integrity.

Do you have what it takes?

• You are at least 16 years old.
• You can pass our skills screening test with speed and efficiency.
• You have basic computer literacy skills
• You are an energetic person with a go-get 'em attitude.

We are guided by these shared values:

Compassion for our customers and each other

Passion for our product

Eagerness to learn

Everyone is creative

Optimistic attitude – we believe that anything is possible

Why Anythink Libraries?

A job with Anythink is a chance to use your knowledge and experience to enable transformations every day. You will be instrumental in helping our customers have fun, whether they're sitting by the fireplace with a newspaper, surfing the Internet, gaming in the teen room or learning something new at one of our many intriguing and entertaining programs. As you help and inspire others, you will also be inspired. This job will have you loving Monday mornings again.

We believe in our DEI Mission Statement, valuing diversity and forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds and different industries to apply. Come join Anythink to make a positive impact in our community.

Anythink DEI Mission Statement

Through our DEI work, Anythink recognizes that bringing awareness and education about our diverse histories and backgrounds can foster understanding, promote inclusion and strengthen our communities.

To fulfill our mission and ensure that all Adams County residents and visitors are welcomed and supported by Anythink, we provide comfortable spaces, accessible resources, and opportunities for personal growth. We empower our staff and customers to create meaningful connections through shared experiences, diverse and culturally relevant programming, and inclusive communities.

Anythink is committed to:

• Representing the diversity of Adams County, internally and externally by centering and elevating the voices and experiences of the historically underserved and underrepresented.
• Operationalizing equitable policies and practices that advance our mission.
• Creating a feeling of inclusion and belonging for all staff and customers.

Your job will involve your being "on the move" in our libraries: You will stand, walk, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, climb, push/pull up to 50 pounds, and lift up to 25 pounds.

REMEMBER TO APPLY BY THE POSTING DEADLINE.