What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Team Member position at Garfield County Libraries?
About the Role:
Garfield County Public Library District is seeking a motivated and organized individual to fill the position of Library Associate. This role involves supporting youth and teen services in our Carbondale Branch. Responsibilities include:
What You Bring:
The ideal candidate is passionate about serving the community and engaging with youth and teens. They should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be comfortable working with diverse patrons, and possess the ability to adapt to change. Additionally, they should have experience working with technology and basic office equipment.
Garfield County Public Library District is seeking a motivated and organized individual to fill the position of Library Associate. This role involves supporting youth and teen services in our Carbondale Branch. Responsibilities include:
- • Assisting the Youth Services Coordinator with programs, events, and outreach for children and teens
• Leading storytime in the absence of the Youth Services Coordinator and helping plan and run teen programs
• Providing excellent customer service by assisting patrons with check-ins, renewals, issuing cards, and payments
• Answering reference questions, offering Reader Advisory services, and helping locate materials
• Helping with shelving, maintaining materials, and evaluating items for updates or removal
• Assisting patrons with public computers, printers, scanners, and other technology needs
• Designing and updating library displays, signage, and promotional materials
• Participating in library events such as summer reading programs, concerts, book clubs, and outreach activities
• Ensuring a safe and welcoming environment by following opening/closing procedures and maintaining library policies
What You Bring:
The ideal candidate is passionate about serving the community and engaging with youth and teens. They should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be comfortable working with diverse patrons, and possess the ability to adapt to change. Additionally, they should have experience working with technology and basic office equipment.
