Library Associate II - Youth - College Hill Library

Library Associate II - Youth - College Hill Library

CITY EQUITY STATEMENT

The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job—someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge, skills, and education. Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion for serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background—your experience is still welcome. POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION The City of Westminster seeks a dynamic, compassionate, and collaborative Library Associate who loves working with children and tweens from birth to middle school. The Library Associate II – Youth Services performs complex, technical paraprofessional library work in Public Services. Responsibilities include assisting with services and programs for children from birth to middle school; providing readers' advisory, reference services, community outreach; performing story time for children ages birth to preschool; and offering patron assistance with electronic devices and resources. The ideal candidate has a heart for public service, champion’s teamwork, is customer‑focused, and values empathy‑based service. Innovative programming ideas, passion for Youth Services, tech savviness, and the ability to support both children and caregivers are essential. The College Hill branch is a destination library that serves the surrounding community and an array of college students. It operates jointly with Front Range Community College and partners with the upstairs academic Front Range library for circulation and services. Applicants must be available to work days, some evenings, some weekends, and some holidays. The salary range is stated above. Pay is dependent on qualifications and experience. The Multilingual Stipend Program rewards employees who speak propically fluent non‑English languages.

OPPORTUNITY TIMELINE

Posting closes: July 20 at 8:30 am MDT Screening interview: Thursday, August 13 Panel interview: Wednesday, September 2 Conditional job offer and background checks: September – October Start date: Tentatively October

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES

Mandatory obligations include providing superior customer service, self‑developing, collaborating, exhibiting integrity, supporting change, and valuing diversity. Employees are expected to be proactive, self‑motivated, self‑confident, and enthusiastic.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, & RESPONSIBILITIES

Children’s services: conduct story time, staff information desks, program youth (ages 0‑12) Paralibrarian services: recommend books, help patrons locate materials, assist in collection maintenance Technology duties: assist patrons with public computers, printing, scanning, mandate library catalog, databases, eBooks Work shifts include weekends, evenings, and some holidays Maintain punctual attendance

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience (Mandatory) Must be at least 18 years of age High school diploma or GED required Minimum two (2) years of experience working with children Preferred Qualifications Minimum two (2) years of experience providing customer service Knowledge and love of children’s books (ages 0‑12) Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills may be considered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have sufficient strength and stamina to sit, stand, walk, crouch, squat, lift up to forty (40) pounds, and handle repetitive tasks in a multi‑level public library setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

High public contact, mandating indoor public library environment, mandatory use of computer terminals, servers, phones, and audiovisual equipment.

PRE‑EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Background, employment references, and criminal history checks (and mandatory self‑check) Drug screen mandatory Must be legally entitled to work in the United States

BENEFITS

Health, dental, vision, and related benefits Flexible spending, manditory mandatory self‑trading Pension/Retirement contributions (self‑mandate mandatory self‑mandated mandatory mandatory self mandation mandatory self) Closing Date: July 20, 2026 at 8:30 am Mountain #J-18808-Ljbffr Careers In Government