Library Assistant (Part-Time 20 Hours, Youth Services)
The Youth Services Division at the Bemis Public Library has an opening for a part time Library Assistant. The Library Assistant position is an integral member of the collaborative Youth Services team, which provides welcoming, engaging programs, resources, and experiences for children, teens, and their caregivers. From early literacy activities and family events to the Teen Deck with games, gadgets, and activities designed specifically for middle and high school students, Youth Services strives to foster learning, creativity, and connection for people of all backgrounds and abilities.
The ideal candidate is a quick learner who enjoys working with a variety of ages and has experience planning and implementing engaging programs and activities for children and teens, values inclusive and equitable service, and is enthusiastic about fostering a lifelong love of reading and learning in young people. Exceptional candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, an eye for detail, and the willingness and availability to work a variety of shifts. We believe strongly in supporting our staff members in learning and growing professionally and this part-time Library Assistant position is a great opportunity to get immersed in library work and become a part of the Bemis Library team
About the City of Littleton
The City of Littleton is a vibrant community consistently recognized as one of America’s Best Small Cities , and a top destination for families. Discover some of the remarkable things Littleton has to offer at VisitLittleton.org . With its historic and lively downtown, diverse shopping and dining options, and an extensive network of parks and trails, Littleton boasts a prime location just south of Denver and a short drive to the majestic Rocky Mountains and Colorado ski country. The City of Littleton offers excellent benefits and perks to its employees. For more details, please refer to the 2026 Benefit Guide .
This part-time position will work 20 hours per week and is eligible for benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, at 20-hour part-time rates.
The City of Littleton believes in attracting and retaining the best talent and our strategies include hiring in at market pay and creating career development opportunities.
Starting pay range $19.25 - $21.25 per hour
This part-time position is non-exempt per FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Work Schedule: This part-time position will be expected to work 20 hours per week, ideally: Monday 3-8, Tuesday 9-1, Thursday 2-8, and alternating Friday and Saturday. Additional hours may be available.
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified or the position is filled, but preference will be given to complete applications received by June 22nd. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered. In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for this position with the City of Littleton.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in conducting programs for youth from birth-grade 12.
Assists with organizing annual youth services reading programs.
Creates and arranges bulletin boards and 3-dimensional displays.
Maintains library shelves by shelving library materials and shelf reading as needed and maintains order and neatness of the Children's Room and Teen Deck in general.
Facilitates library programs, including contacting performers/ speakers, making necessary setup arrangements for programs, tracking attendance, and introducing performers/speakers.
Plans and presents library programs and classes for youth from birth through grade 12. This activity includes youth reading programs, giving library tours, teaching games and crafts, conducting story times, and assisting in patron learning, reading stories, singing, storytelling, preparing and presenting puppet shows, and performing related activities.
Participates in library outreach at schools and community events.
Provides social media content sites and updates other online web sites with scheduled library program information.
Through verbal or written communication and knowledgeable questioning, determines customer’s needs and provides the information or assistance required to satisfy the customer needs.
Accurately answers internal and external customers’ questions by using the resources of the library. Questions are answered face-to-face and by use of a telephone, or email.
Provides formal and informal training to patrons in the use of library resources, including electronic resources and library equipment.
Operates a personal computer with assigned software including the library’s ILS and Discovery layer, the Internet, office software, and online databases.
Assists customers in using the equipment resources of the library.
Plans and arranges workload and establishes priorities to complete scheduled, assigned work within the parameters and deadlines assigned by supervisor.
Maintains daily order and safety. Consistently enforces library standards and rules of safety and conduct.
Delivers work products and services with responsiveness, courtesy, and tact in personal interactions with customers and staff.
Delivers work products and services to customers within either a regular or on-call work schedule; may be required to work any of the normal business hours, including weekend and evening hours.
Observes and follows established city and department policies and procedures in the conduct of the job.
Performs other similar assignments and projects as required.
May serve as an Emergency Worker.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent; and
Two (2) years of Public Library work experience including one (1) year working with children and teens; or
An equivalent combination of education, training and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position may be considered.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Experience planning and implementing youth programs and activities
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Knowledge of general library principles and procedures to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge in the field of literature and literature reference sources and the ability to apply that knowledge to perform the essential duties of the position.
Advanced knowledge of computer operations, word processing and spreadsheet software, and troubleshooting; basic skills in computer operation and the ability to access and retrieve needed information using the computer and assist and instruct customers in the use of library computer equipment.
Expert ability to effectively and courteously communicate and interact with customers and staff members who request information and services. Customers may occasionally be angry, argumentative, or disagreeable. Ability to establish and conduct verbal communications through speaking, talking, and hearing.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
Work for this position is performed indoors in a public building environment. This work may include occasional exposure to dust from books and electrical hazards from computer equipment. Some of the work is performed outdoors assisting with library programs.
Requires frequent lifting and carrying of books weighing 0-50 pounds, retrieving books and other materials from bookshelves at heights ranging from one foot to seven feet; frequent pushing of wheeled book carts weighing 50-100 pounds with or without assistance.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:
Computer terminal with assigned software and public access; online computer catalog, computer peripherals, scanner, LCD projectors, Microsoft Office 365, Sierra Integrated Library System, telephone, photocopy machines; microfilm/fiche reader/printer; books, magazines, multimedia materials; alarm system.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Littleton is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and intends to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants regardless of age 40 and over, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military status, or any other status protected by applicable law, and to hire and retain the best-qualified individuals without regard to any of these factors. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on a protected class.
The City of Littleton will consider reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment. Applicants and employees can request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 303-795-3857 or emailing hr@littletongov.org.
Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace
The City of Littleton is committed to the health and safety of all its employees. To ensure a safe and productive work environment the city prohibits the use, sale, dispensation, manufacture, distribution or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances or drug paraphernalia on any city premises or worksites. No employee shall report to work or be at work with alcohol or with any detectable amount of prohibited drugs in the employee's system. A detectable amount refers to the standards generally used in workplace drug & alcohol testing. This prohibition specifically includes marijuana, and decriminalized psychedelics whether used for medical purposes or obtained legally under state law.
