Library Assistant

Pitkin County Library; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual stipend

Full-time with benefits

Job summary

Pitkin County Library is seeking a creative Library Assistant to join our communications and programming team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills, graphic design abilities, and enthusiasm for connecting people with Library programs, services, and resources. Training provided; no prior library experience required.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. The role schedules Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Qualifications

• Up to 1 year of library experience and one year of customer service.
• High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Complete new-hire training within 6 months to 1 year of hire.
• Complete Pitkin County Library Academy courses.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical and administrative duties using County Library policies and procedures and experience with technology systems.
• Provides customer service to Library patrons; responds to inquiries and requests for information; explains Library programs, procedures, and services; resolves customer service issues; interprets and explains library policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to staff and patrons.
• Processes printed and digital media requests; researches databases to determine availability; administers circulation and records; assists with data reports.
• Trains clients in use of computerized resources, including internet and library catalog.
• Repairs library materials; prepares materials for shelving; identifies items requiring repair/maintenance.
• Promotes Library programs and services to local community agencies and citizen groups.
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the public; maintains confidentiality; performs other duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Typing

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Data entry

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Tools

Library databases

Circulation software

Library catalog system

Job description

Library Assistant

Salary: $21.83 - $38.20 Hourly

Location: Aspen, CO

Job Type: Full-time with benefits, hourly

Job Number: 202300398

Department: Library

Opening Date: 08/13/2026

Closing Date: 8/28/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bilingual Stipend: Yes

Hiring Minimum: $21.82

Hiring Maximum: $34.10

Pay Grade: P101

Hiring Range Description

The hiring range is the starting point of the pay range to the 4th quartile of the pay range. Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Job Summary

The Pitkin County Library is seeking a creative, motivated Library Assistant to join our communications and programming team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong graphic design abilities, and enthusiasm for connecting people with Library programs, services, and resources. No previous library experience is necessary; training will be provided. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position scheduled Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs technical and administrative duties using knowledge of County Library policies and procedures and experience with technology systems.
• Provides customer service to Library patrons; responds to inquiries and requests for information; explains Library programs, procedures, and services; resolves customer service issues; interprets and explains library policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to staff and patrons.
• Processes printed and digital media requests; researches multiple databases to determine availability of items and correct source of borrowing; administers checking in and out procedures for Library materials; creates new patron records; assists with circulation functions, compiles library usage and material circulation data, and generates reports.
• Trains clients in use of computerized resources, including use of the internet and the library catalog.
• Repairs library materials; prepares library material for shelving and circulation; identifies materials that require repair/maintenance.
• Promotes Library programs and services to local community agencies, advocates, and citizen groups.
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge And Skills

• Up to 1 year of library experience and one year of experience in customer service.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Complete new-hire training packet within 6 months to 1 year of hire.
• Complete PCL Library Academy courses.

Knowledge Of

• General office policies and procedures.
• Records management principles and practices.
• Customer service techniques.
• Basic accounting and budgeting principles and practices.

Skill In

• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks.
• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy.
• Microsoft Office Products and Google Suite.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is performed in a Public Library and a standard office environment.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Employer

Employer: Pitkin County

Address: 530 East Main Street, Suite 304
Aspen, Colorado, 81611

Phone: [phone]

Website http://www.pitkincounty.com/jobs