Full-time 40-hour Youth Services Guide - Anythink Nature Library (Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred)

Rangeview Library District (Anythink)•Thornton, CO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Anythink, we believe that everyone is creative, and that creativity comes in many forms. We are guided by the philosophy that people thrive when they discover and follow their passions, collaborate with others and become creators. You are equally as comfortable leading a story time audience through a song as you are with supporting an all-ages group with finding wonder in the natural world as you explore nature-based learning activities. You are weather resistant and love nature like no others; you are prepared for bugs, critters, and uncommon temperatures during your workday. As a Guide, you will design informal learning opportunities in unique spaces, both indoors and outdoors, that create magical, transformative experiences for our youngest customers, with an emphasis on children, teens, and families in a growing community. If you are a person with knowledge and experience with children's collections, innovative programming and a friendly and approachable style, being a Youth Services Guide at Anythink Nature Library could be your dream job.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Presentation or training experience
Continuous learner
Digital literacy

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred
MLS or Master's degree preferred
Library or bookstore experience preferred

Responsibilities

Create amazing experiences for library customers.
Connect customers with information they seek.
Develop and implement outstanding experience zone programs.
Serve as a trainer and program coordinator at the branch.
Develop and conduct programs, presentations and workshops and create participatory experiences for customers.
Teach library customers and staff how to use technology from e-readers to online databases.
Serve as the reference go-to person in the library.
Design "how-to" training for library customers and staff on library basics such as copier 101 training, meeting room projector training, and digital camera interface training.
Ensure collections are timely and fresh and displays are refreshed and looking beautiful.
Make recommendations of the latest books, movies and music.
Assist customers on the floor with their library journey.
Provide tours of the library and share knowledge about library operations.
Teach new users about basic computer skills to more techie things like creating music, transferring images from digital cameras, and creating top-quality presentations using STEM philosophy and authentic learning.
Make connections that enrich the library customer experience through connecting customers with a variety of online resources, developing creative displays, and creating transformational programming.
Take on lead responsibilities, including person in charge, trainer of staff on operating procedures, and lead over other staff.
Reach out to the community, presenting workshops for the local area.
Serve as the branch liaison to committees, schools or other task forces.
Register customers for library cards, help them with fees, request books through RLD or ILL, assist in the copy center, or walk them through their basic computer needs.
Jump in to help in different areas as needed.
Share ideas on District committees.