Job Description
About Our Job The Denver Public Library (DPL) isn't just a place to borrow books; it's a vibrant, essential hub for our diverse city. As a growing urban library system with 28 locations and over 4 million annual visitors, we're deeply woven into the fabric of Denver. Join a team where your values align with your work. At the Denver Public Library, we're not just serving our community; we're building a culture guided by values that empower both our staff and the public. Welcoming: We make our resources, services, and expertise accessible for all, recognize the inherent dignity in each person, and provide safe places where everyone can be themselves. Curiosity: We foster a culture of exploration, innovation, and forward thinking by creating environments that support learning and growth. Connection: We are neighbors. We foster relationships, listen and act to build and strengthen our community. We bring people together to share information, ideas, and experiences. Equity: We work to change inequitable practices, structures and policies, and attitudes that drive them, to provide opportunities for every person in our community to thrive. As we do so, we actively examine our roles in perpetuating oppressive systems. Stewardship: We are accountable to our community, using our resources responsibly. We lead with honesty and integrity, protect privacy and preserve and share the full history of our Denver community. If you're passionate about service, community engagement, and creating positive change, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us. Come join a team that believes in the power of knowledge, connection, and equity. Unrivaled Benefits The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to: Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance Pension Plan for Life (employee contributes 8.45%, employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year), 4 paid wellness days, and 12 paid holidays CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits Enhanced Work/Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program (6 counseling sessions per year, legal assistance, financial counseling, discounted recreation center passes), Employee Volunteer Program Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides) For more information please visit our website. About Our Branch Serving Virginia Village, Virginia Vale, Cook Park, Glendale and more, Virginia Village Branch Library is in an accessible location close to the thriving business community that borders Colorado Boulevard with its densely populated highrises and businesses. It is also adjacent to neighborhoods that offer relatively inexpensive living considering their proximity to downtown. We are a convenient neighborhood drop off and pick up location and get much business as our customers traverse the city from work to home. We are committed to serving our community whether it is through our very popular programs for young children and families like storytime or through the reference, advisory, and outreach services that we offer. We actively welcome all to our library and are committed to serving our community. About Our Position DPL is hiring a part-time Library Assistant II for the Virginia Village Branch Library. You will be spending most of your time at customer-facing service points, welcoming a diverse population with respect and dignity, and creating a safe library space where all are free to explore and connect. You’ll make positive experiences for library customers by checking out and returning books, registering customers for library cards, ordering books and other library materials from other agencies, and responding to customer questions about using library resources. You will assist customers with both library and personal technology. You’ll use library technology and other tools to efficiently process and route library materials with accuracy and attention to detail while staying current on circulation policies and procedures. You’ll grow as you support the library's goal of being a learning organization by participating in approved learning opportunities, and support through action the Library's mission, vision and values and goals. You may assist with shelving, collection maintenance, and outreach projects as requested. What You Would Bring Our ideal candidate has: Ability to thrive in an active work environment with constant public contact. Excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude, cultural sensitivity, compassion, and a s