Library Assistant-Substitute (Adult Services)
The Bemis Library Adult Services Division has several openings for a Library Assistant Substitute to work variable hours including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. This position serves as part of a substitute pool and allows for flexible scheduling. Weekends and some evenings are required for this position.
The Library Assistant furnishes a high quality and variety of customer services to library users: answers reference questions and reader’s advisory questions for customers, provides assistance to library patrons in locating information and materials, and instructs patrons how to use library resources, including electronic resources and digital content.
The ideal candidate is a quick learner who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is not afraid to make mistakes. 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 the Substitute 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. This position is not eligible for benefits other than sick leave. For more details, please refer to the 2026 Benefit Guide.
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. 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.
Starting pay range $19.25 - $21.25 per hour
This temporary part-time position is non-exempt per FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Work Schedule: This position will be expected to work variable shifts on weekdays, evenings, and weekends. A typical shift is 4 to 8 hours with occasional 3-hour shifts. Subs are expected to work multiple shifts per month. If a sub does not work at least one shift during a three-month period, they are automatically removed from the substitute pool and separated from employment.
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 8, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Through verbal or written communication and knowledgeable questioning, determines customer needs and provides the information or assistance required.
Accurately answers customer questions by using the resources of the library. Questions are answered face-to-face, by telephone, or via email.
Provides 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.
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; 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
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.
Intermediate 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.
Excellent customer service skills; 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 and listening.
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:
Personal computer with public access, online computer catalog, Microsoft Office 365, Sierra Integrated Library System, telephone, photocopy machine, scanner, LCD projectors, telephone, microfilm/fiche reader/printer; books, magazines, multimedia materials, and 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.
