Senior Language Library Specialist, Spanish

Arapahoe Libraries•Centennial, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Southglenn Library is seeking a Senior Language Library Specialist (Spanish) to provide friendly, inclusive service in both English and Spanish at one branch. You will support patrons, assist colleagues, and help Spanish-speaking community members feel at home in the library. Based at a single library location, you'll work closely with branch teammates and Language Librarians to meet Spanish-speaking patrons' needs, promote programs, and maintain language resources. This role centers on patron assistance, Spanish collection care, everyday technology help, staff training, program and outreach support, and translation work to keep the library a trusted hub for learning and connection.

Requirements

Advanced oral and written Spanish and English for clear, welcoming service
Proven ability to assist patrons, handle cash transactions, and de-escalate concerns
Comfortable guiding patrons through common tech tasks and basic problem-solving
Experience shelving, merchandising, and maintaining language-focused materials
Eagerness to empower others by modeling services and explaining tools, whether it's showing a teammate how to support Spanish-speaking patrons or helping someone print a document or navigate an online resource
Deep understanding of immigrant experiences and the needs of Spanish-speaking patrons
Two years of library experience, including advisory and reference work
Advanced Spanish and English fluency verified by assessment
Flexible schedule with evenings, weekends, and occasional district-wide travel

Nice To Haves

Experience with translation or interpretation
Familiarity with Adobe software

Responsibilities

Greet visitors, handle library account questions and cash transactions in English and Spanish
Offer intermediate advisory and reference help with emphasis on Spanish materials and immigrant resources
Assist with printers, computers, Wi-Fi, digital media stations, and e-resources; escalate complex tech needs as needed
Maintain, merchandise, and shelve Spanish and immigrant-focused collections, create displays, and keep spaces welcoming
Answer Language Hunt calls in Spanish and relay patron feedback through proper channels
Provide on-the-job training for Library Specialists, modeling effective use of Spanish resources and correct procedures
Share constructive feedback and collaborate with Learning and Development staff to improve training content
Assist Language Librarians during in-branch programs and outreach, and serve as backup presenter when needed
Support ELA class registration, technology distribution, and community events; may lead programs such as storytime
Stay current on library technology, policies, and trends; actively pursue learning opportunities
Collaborate with colleagues across departments to address patron needs and support inclusive service
Translate and review library documents into Spanish, edit for format consistency, and contribute to the shared glossary