Hybrid Barista & Library Specialist

Arapahoe Library District; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Arapahoe Libraries in Centennial, CO is seeking a blended Barista/Library Specialist at Smoky Hill Library to deliver friendly café service and library support. This part-time role blends beverage preparation with patron assistance, technology help, and materials handling in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

As a 30-hour-per-week position, you will rotate between café duties and library floor duties, ensuring welcoming service and accurate transactions while helping patrons access services

Qualifications

• One year of customer service experience.
• Intermediate technology skills (Microsoft 365) and ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings and Saturdays.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to travel between facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Greet and connect with patrons, provide café service and library support.
• Take orders, process payments, and manage cash drawers with accuracy.
• Prepare beverages and food items according to recipes, safety standards, and presentation.
• Assist patrons with library accounts, technology questions, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Maintain clean and organized spaces in both café and library areas.
• Promote library resources, programs, and events to engage the community.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Arapahoe Libraries in Centennial, CO is seeking a blended Barista/Library Specialist at Smoky Hill Library to deliver friendly café service and library support. This part-time role blends beverage preparation with patron assistance, technology help, and materials handling in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

As a 30-hour-per-week position, you will rotate between café duties and library floor duties, ensuring welcoming service and accurate transactions while helping patrons access services