Denver, Colorado, United States
Onsite
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.
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.
This on-call Library Program Associate position does not offer City & County of Denver Benefits, except for access to Employee Assistance Program (6 counseling sessions per year, legal assistance, financial counseling, discounted recreation center passes).
Plaza is Denver Public Library’s programming for immigrants and newcomers to Denver. It creates inclusive spaces for people from all over the world to connect with resources and meet new people. Participants come to practice a language, prepare for citizenship, pursue their goals, and create their future.
On-call facilitate activities that engage immigrant and refugee communities. They lead a variety of small group work, including English conversation practice, citizenship preparation, arts and crafts for children, and general daily life topics geared towards self-sufficiency.
Don't let a "checklist" hold you back! Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups often self-select out if they don't meet every qualification. If you're reading this and feel a true passion for making an impact, we wholeheartedly encourage you to apply, as an equal combination of education and experience will be considered for all applicants. Your excitement for this work matters just as much as your resume.
The Denver Public Library's branches are the arms to the community—each a unique reflection of the dynamic, diverse communities we serve. At DPL, we pride ourselves on showing up and providing support whenever there is a need. While you may be hired for a specific location, please know that we are hiring with the expectation that at any time, you may be required to work at any one of our branches based on operational needs. This allows our staff to experience the full breadth of Denver's communities and ensures we consistently deliver the highest level of service across our branches.
This position usually does not exceed 10 hours per week and the location and times will be determined by the needs of programming schedules. All Plaza staff work at multiple locations. Most shifts are 2-4 hours in length. In-person work is required - this is not a remote position. Weekday shifts are 5-8 p.m., Saturday shifts are 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 2-5 p.m., and applicants will need to work at least 2 weekly shifts within this schedule to be selected.
Current branch locations: Green Valley Ranch, Montbello, Virginia Village, Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales, Ross-Phyllis Bigpond, Lena Archuleta, Westwood, Athmar Park, Hadley.
DPL employees may be redeployed to work in other locations or capacities to support The schedule will be determined by the needs of the department and will include evening and weekend hours.
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, starting salary is typically made at or near the range minimum.
Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Job postings will close at 12AM on the posted ending date. If interested in this opportunity, please apply as soon as possible.
Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history and employment verification
All Denver Public Library employees must apply through their internal profile.
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Job Profile
LQ2397 Library Program AssociateTo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
OncallLibrary Hiring Range
$23.89 - $29.86Target Pay
Agency
Denver Public LibraryRedeployment during Citywide Emergencies
City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.
Assessment Requirement
The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice.
Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.
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