Kids & Families Librarian - Jefferson County Public Library

Jefferson County
Lakewood, Colorado United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 01, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Library Services
  • Job Description

    We are hiring a dynamic, tech savvy and customer focused Kids and Families Librarian at our Lakewood Library! As the subject matter expert in your core area of service, you’ll be a leader in creating and presenting programming to library patrons, mentoring staff, championing diverse populations, and being active in community outreach. If you’re a forward thinking individual who enjoys serving the public, this may be the job for you!

    Jefferson County Public Library offers great benefits: Generous paid time off and paid holidays, flexibility to assist in your work/life balance, various benefit and wellness opportunities helping you maintain a healthy lifestyle, a tuition reimbursement program and trainings for personal and professional growth.

    Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
    07/13/25
    Division:
    Library Division
    Management Level:
    Individual Contributor
    Scheduled Weekly Hours:
    40
    Benefit Eligibility:
    This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

    Description:

    Hiring Range: $50,315.81 to $65,410.55 annually.
    • CUSTOMER SERVICE: Performs moderately to highly complex research activities. Advises patrons on appropriate materials. Handles difficult questions referred by other Library employees. Refers patrons to community resources and/or other appropriate resources for further information as necessary. Uses high-level customer service skills to determine patron needs. Creates a positive, inviting atmosphere for all patrons. Provides access to resources, including the physical and digital resources of the system. Presents programs classes and workshops in the Library and at off-site locations. Conducts Library tours and community outreach. Promotes programs to target audiences. Initiates, develops and presents programs and activities, including seasonal programs. Develops and provides library instruction and patron education to the public, individually and in groups.
    • CORE LIBRARY SERVICES: Participates with others in cross-functional teams to accomplish goals and objectives. Routinely provides direct customer service. Creates access to Library resources both physical and digital. Creates content for website through social media, content management systems and other means in this medium. Assists with evaluating and maintaining the existing collection through recommendations and weeding of materials. Collects and tabulates data. May prepare records and reports. Assists in promoting Library programs and serves as an expert. Participates in the design and creation of displays, bulletin boards, signs, poster and informational/directional aids and special exhibits. Identifies program needs. Maintains data pertaining to attendance and program participation.
    • DAILY OPERATIONS: Assists in creating a positive and inviting atmosphere. Develops collections and ensures access to all materials both physical and digital. Assumes responsibility for the general appearance and safety of the division and Library service as a whole. Resolves problems as non-routine situations arise. Assumes responsibility for the operations of the Library, in the absence of the manager. Takes appropriate actions for disturbances and other emergencies. Requests facility or equipment maintenance services. Services as Person In Charge on a routine basis for their local location.
    • OVERSIGHT: May assist in assigning, training, mentoring, directing, supervising and evaluating the activities of other staff. Assists in supervising collection maintenance. Ensures adherence to established policies, procedure and standards. Assists and advises staff as necessary. Provides guidance and support in daily operations to staff and volunteers. May coordinate the work and schedules of staff and volunteers.
    • Persons hired in this position must be able to perform all the essential tasks required by the position. The above statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. JCPL retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential and additional functions of the job at any time without notice.
    • Position must comply with laws governing patron privacy and confidentiality under CRS24-90-119, and the Code of Ethics of the American Library Association, as well as ADA governing public access to space and technology.


    Preferred - Master's In Library Science or Library Information Systems

    Preferred - One year of public library experience.

    Required - Resume attached to the "Resume/CV" section of the application.

    Applicants currently residing in the Jefferson County Colorado or Denver Metro areas will be prioritized.

    Education:
    Master's Degree
    Experience:
    Work Experience: Minimum one year

    Certifications:

    Languages:

    Category:
    Library Services
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Jefferson County Government
    • Jefferson County Government

    Do you want to serve your community in a way that's friendly, composed, and professional? At Jeffco, we are looking for customer-focused individuals just like YOU who take pride in their work, have an eye for detail, and believe in a positive attitude.

    Whether you are coming from a job that doesn't connect with your sense of purpose, or leaving a company with an overwhelming schedule, you can find a better quality of life working with the Jeffco community. We offer exciting benefits such as flex time, generous holiday schedules, and regular business hours so you spend time on what's important to you outside of work., and enjoy all the amenities Jefferson County has to offer!

    If you are looking for a great opportunity for your career to take off, then this position welcomes you to work for a County that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges. We are seeking someone who has a strong work-ethic, is a self-starter, loves what they do and is motivated to share their knowledge and experience with those who they work with.

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