Library Specialist

Douglas County School District; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

HSA/FSA eligible

Life insurance (supplemental)

Disability insurance

EAP

Job summary

Douglas County School District seeks a Library Specialist at Pioneer Elementary to oversee the Library Media Center, promote literacy, and assist teachers with literacy and research enrichment. You will manage the collection, equipment, and circulation, and help students and staff access print and digital resources.

Requirements include completion of DCSD library staff training. Duties extend to inventory, reshelving, events, and collaboration with teachers to foster reading advocacy within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Experience with library management systems (Destiny) is a plus.
• Ability to read and comprehend written/graphic instructions and communicate effectively.
• Experience working with students and staff in an educational setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Duties include instruction, supervision, management, and programming in the Library Media Center.
• Organize and reshelve returned items.
• Manage materials using Destiny and other library tools.
• Attend district trainings related to library services.
• Follow DCSD policies.
• Manage interlibrary loans between DCSD libraries.
• Support teachers and students in information literacy and reading initiatives.
• Provide customer service and maintain a clean and organized library environment.

Skills

Google Suite

Microsoft Office

Destiny library system

Dewey Decimal System

Reading aloud

Customer service

Organization

Written communication

English reading/writing

Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Destiny

Dewey Decimal System

Job description

Job Posting Title

Library Specialist

Job Description

Responsible for the overall management of the Library Media Center (LMC), including but not limited to: promotion of literacy, supervision and instruction; oversight of the library collection, equipment, and circulation system; providing assistance to students and staff using and working in the LMC; and developing and promoting community relations. Assists classroom teachers in providing literacy and research enrichment to students.

Must complete DCSD required training for new library staff.

Essential Environmental Demands

• Mostly clean and comfortable; some noise

Essential Physical Requirements

• Ability to bend and lift up to 40 lbs
• Frequent sitting & standing

Responsibilities

• Duties include instruction, supervision, management, and programming in the Library Media Center
• Organize and reshelve returned items
• Manage materials using our library management software (Destiny)
• Attend District trainings pertaining to the library: Destiny, databases and digital resources, collection development, weeding, purchasing, etc.
• Follow the DCSD media policy and board policies pertaining to the library
• Manage loans between DCSD school libraries (ILL loans)
• Assist classroom teachers in maintaining supportive learning environments in the LMC in accordance with information literacy/research standards and DCSD’s priority learning outcomes
• Assist students and staff when using print and/or DCSD digital resources
• Support DCSD curriculum and reading advocacy; supervise students in the library in conjunction with a licensed teacher
• Perform routine tasks such as answering phone calls, maintain a clean and organized library environment, and other necessary tasks
• Help plan and participate in special library events (district-wide events and school specific events)
• Perform necessary record-keeping for all library resources, including a full inventory of all resources no less than every two years
• Schedule and support activities for the library program which may include author days, reading promotions and incentives, and school-wide literacy activities
• Manage training, scheduling, and supervising of student assistants/aides and community volunteers in the LMC
• Loan library materials such as books, textbooks, and other resources to students, staff, and other DCSD school patrons
• Perform other library related duties as assigned or requested
• Process returned materials such as books, textbooks, and other resources
• Maintain and repair library materials

Certifications

Education:

High School or Equivalent (Required)

Skills

Ability to use Google Suite and Microsoft Office programs, Attention to detail, Basic library management knowledge preferred (Destiny and Dewey Decimal System), Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Effective oral and written communication skills, Enjoys reading and willing to read, Maintains a generally positive attitude, Must feel comfortable reading aloud to students, Observes all District policies and procedures, Strong customer service skills, Strong organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

Position Type

Regular

Primary Location

Pioneer Elementary

One Year Only

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week

25

Fte

0.63

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year

176 Work Days

• (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate

$17.80 USD Hourly

Maximum Hire Rate

$22.63 USD Hourly

Full Salary Range

$17.80 USD - $27.45 USD Hourly

• All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans

• This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.

Closing Date

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: November 4, 2026