Part-Time Library Specialist at Silt

Garfield County Public Library District (GCPLD) is expanding!

With a focus on providing diverse services, programs, and events, we're on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our team.

At our Silt Branch, we're seeking passionate and service-oriented professionals to take on the role of a part-time Library Specialist, contributing to our community and fostering a positive work environment.

Our Library Specialists deliver excellent service to the public in all the major areas of public libraries - providing reliable and courteous service while at the information desk, helping customers find just the right item, assisting with all kinds of technology, connecting people with community resources, planning and hosting engaging events for all ages, designing eye-catching displays, and more!

What We Offer:

• Part-time position (28 hours/week)
• Pay range: $18.78 to $23.97/hour (Pay placement depending on library-specific experience)
• Benefits include: 457B retirement contributions + employee retirement match up to 3%, employee assistance program, professional development, and generous paid time off
• Spanish stipend available after 6 months of employment and Spanish panel interview.

Who We Are

GCPLD is a great place to work. Whether you're a paid employee or volunteer, we seek individuals who share our commitment to providing professional, outstanding customer service to all of our patrons in each of our six branches. Equally important is building a positive, empowering, and challenging work environment for all of our staff.

Mission: To connect our communities to a world of possibilities.

Vision: To be a trusted and valued resource to everyone in our communities.

Core Values: Community, Inclusivity, Trustworthiness, Accountability, and Service

Who You Are

• A high-caliber individual who can empathize with others, participate in a team atmosphere, and enjoy learning and developing new skills.
• Able to establish, maintain, and foster positive relationships with coworkers and others.
• Can work effectively with a diverse clientele including customers of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and cultures.
• Creative and able to focus on details.
• Effectively manages time, meets deadlines, and is reliable.
• Can work a variable schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• Can maintain a personal commitment to providing exceptional public service.

Examples of Core Role Responsibilities

• Assists patrons with circulation needs; answers telephone inquiries regarding library services and programs; directs patrons to requested locations within the library; checks library materials in and out; assists with renewal of books and materials; issues library cards; processes payments; prepares overdue item reports; answers reference questions; assists patrons with locating books and materials; provides reference interviews and Reader Advisory services.
• Provides technology assistance for patrons logging into public computers and utilizing related equipment including printers, scanners, copiers, and fax machines; assists patrons with other online devices and programs.
• Assists and participates in special events including fundraising events, summer reading programs, concerts, book clubs, and library promotion and outreach activities held at local venues
• Participates in constructing library displays
• Shelving of books and materials
• Assists with and performs library opening and closing procedures
• Promotes library programs, services, and resources; assists in the preparation of materials to publicize library events and services; advocates for the library, both at the information desk and in the community; interacts with the public at offsite events, and local venues; builds relationships with members of the community and outside stakeholders to ensure the library is expanding its connections in the community.
• Creates positive experiences for library customers
• Participates in library committees and special projects as needed.
• Purchases new books, replacements, and patron requests as directed; processes and catalogs new books and places call numbers and spine labels as directed; resurfaces worn DVDs or other digital discs.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of patrons within the building; handles emergencies and upholds the Library Code of Conduct.
• Other duties as assigned, please review our Library Specialist job description for more information.

Library Core Competencies:

• Customer Service: Consistently treats all staff, patrons, visitors, and vendors with respect and courtesy. Demonstrates understanding that other staff members are customers too, and delivers the same level of customer service as expected for library patrons.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts work priorities to meet changing needs.
• Initiative: Tackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, and practices self-development.
• Teamwork: Consistently takes the initiative to offer to help other staff members with their work in a positive manner. Respectfully receives help from others. Listens to others and values opinions. Welcomes newcomers and promotes an inclusive atmosphere free from gossip and disrespect. Seeks to participate in events, programs, committees, or other teams that benefit the entire District.
• Communication Skills: Possesses good verbal and written communication skills. Articulates thoughts clearly and effectively. Demonstrates active listening.
• Integrity: Compliance with rules, regulations, and policies. Stays on task and completes assigned work even when there is no direct supervision.

Job Specific Core Competencies - Library Specialist:

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough and accurate in all assignments. Diligently attends to details and maintains a high degree of quality in one's work.
• Collaborative: Shares knowledge freely and helps develop others as they can. Contributes to an environment that encourages growth and exploration.
• Compassionate: Demonstrates care, understanding, and forgiveness with staff, patrons, and vendors.
• Technology literacy: Demonstrates a high level of proficiency in library databases, frequently used software and programs; ability to learn new technology; ability to assist with and teach others a wide variety of technology; ability to assist patrons with all technology services offered at the branch.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
• One (1) year of clerical or customer service experience, including technology proficiency (Microsoft Suite, Apple products, web browsers)
• Associate's degree or higher (Preferred, but not mandatory)
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills (Preferred, but not required)