Are you interested in working for the Montrose Library? We’d love for you to apply if you have the skills.
See all the positions available today below.
Head of Teen Services
The Montrose Regional Library District is seeking a go-getting librarian to fill the newly created Head of Teen Services position. The right candidate will supervise Teen Services staff, work with teen volunteers to plan and conduct programs for teens, do outreach to schools and community organizations, and highlight our unique resources and bring them to the community.
We value candidates who can keep a confident, upbeat, and positive attitude while navigating the public library environment; possess strong communication and organizational skills; and are comfortable with people of all ages and from all backgrounds. An ideal candidate will possess Spanish-language facility (nearly a quarter of our population are native Spanish speakers); flexibility to work evenings and weekends as assigned; and the ability to perform more physically intensive duties, which can include lifting and pushing heavy materials, bending and kneeling, and being mobile for much of the day. You can learn more by viewing the job description HERE.
Due to the nature of this position, we strongly prefer a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited university and one year of varied and robust experience in a public library. We offer benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement; and vacation, personal, and sick leave, in addition to holidays. The starting rate for this position is $50,000 annually, with an additional increase for proficiency in Spanish.
If you feel you would make a fabulous contribution to our library, please email your resume and cover letter to Sara Rinne, Head of Adult Services: srinne@montroselibrary.org.
The deadline to apply is April 7, 2023.
LIBRARY CIRCULATION ASSISTANT
The Montrose Regional Library District is hiring a Circulation Assistant. Job entails handling library materials, working with the public and basic computer skills. The best applicant has a high level of interpersonal and customer service skills. Library experience is not necessary. Hours are Saturday 9:00-5:00, Sunday 12:00-5:00, Monday 2:00-7:00, Tuesday 11:00-7:00 and Wednesday 2:00-7:00. With 1 weekend off a month. $14.00/hour. This is a great entry level job! We offer a matching 401K plan and paid vacations, paid sick time and paid holidays. Please send resumes and a letter of interest that includes what skills you will bring to our team. kseger@montroselibrary.org. Kirsten – Montrose Library 320 S. 2nd Street, Montrose CO 81401. Resumes will be accepted until March 29th 2023.
Youth and Teen Collection Development Librarian
The Montrose Regional Library District is seeking a full time Youth and Teen Collection Development Librarian to highlight our unique resources and bring them to the community.
We value candidates who have a positive and outgoing attitude. This position is responsible for selection for all materials for youth and teen departments within the Montrose Regional Library District, including print, media, periodicals, and Spanish material. Must have knowledge of youth and teen literature, genres, fiction and non-fiction, as well as DVD, audiobook, and serial prints.
An ideal candidate will be able to work with and understand various computer applications and the Sierra ILS and Spanish-language abilities recommended. You can learn more by viewing the job description here.
Due to the nature of this position, we strongly prefer a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited university and at least two years of varied experience in a collection management in public library settings or equivalent positions.
We offer benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement; and vacation, personal, and sick leave, in addition to holidays. The starting rate for a Youth and Teen Collection Development Librarian is $41,700 annually, with additional increases for a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited university and for proficiency in Spanish.
If you feel you would make an excellent contribution to our library, please email your resume and cover letter to Jeri Gilham, Head of CORPS (Cataloging, Ordering, Receiving, Processing Services) at jgilham@montroselibrary.org.
