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Job Announcement 20250221 Library Shelver
CLOSING DATE: August 15, 2025
APPLY ONLINE AT LONGMONTCOLORADO.GOV/JOBS
Department: Recreation, Golf, Library, & Culture
Division: Library
Hiring Rate: $17.14/hour
Sunday- Saturday, various shifts
12 hours per week/4-hour shifts including 1 evening
Saturdays required.
Part Time Limited Benefits
Benefits include:
Benefits required by law are included such as Jury & Witness Duty, Sick Leave, FMLA,
Social Security, and Medicare. Additional benefits include Bereavement Leave and
Employee Assistance Program.
Open Until Filled positions may close without advance notice. To be considered, please
apply as soon as possible.
Definition:
Sorts and shelves all library materials; checks in returned items; maintains shelves in call number
order.
Principal Duties:
•Attend meetings and trainings as required.
•Check in items correctly with check in computer or automated materials handler.
•Empty book drops.
•Maintains the appearance of the collection by straightening materials on the
shelves, picking up and re-shelving materials left by patrons, and prepares library
for opening and closing.
•Read and respond to emails from staff and patrons.
•"Reads" shelves for accuracy by checking to be certain that materials are on the
shelf in call number order. Shelving or shifting materials as necessary in order to
maintain the collection in the correct order.
•Shelve library materials in correct order by alphabetical, numerical or the Dewey
Decimal System.
•Special projects such as shifting entire parts of the collection to ensure smooth
operation of the library.
•Performs essential duties and additional tasks in a manner which enhances City
Attributes.
Working Environment:
Work is in a standard library environment, which includes exposure to dust. Work requires
standing, walking, bending and stooping, use of hands to make repetitive grasping motions,
lifting of up to 49 pounds, pushing and pulling of book carts, and sufficient vision to clearly read
book labels. May require climbing at least two steps on a ladder or step stool and reaching
above shoulder level. Work requires ability to read, write, and use mathematical reasoning at a
level sufficient to perform alphabetical and numeric sorting of books. Work requires ability to
hear and communicate orally with library patrons. Work requires working days, evenings and
weekends on a regular basis. Work frequently involves confidentiality, reasoning, problem
solving, and attention to detail.
Qualifications:
Education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job. Special
Qualifications: Must be at least 16 years of age.
We're committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The
City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to
meet minimum qualifications, and encourages all candidates to apply and help us achieve our
goal of creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.
Selection
The selection process will include complete job description review, personal interview, computer
testing, background investigation, criminal background check, and substance screening.
DEADLINE: 11:59 P.M. ON August 15, 2025
Online application (required) must be successfully submitted by 11:59 p.m. on August, 15
2025. The online application process is available for this position on our website at
Resumes will be accepted in lieu of the full City
Application; however, they must be submitted via the City application site for consideration. For
more information, call (303) 651-8609.
The City of Longmont is an equal opportunity employer. The City affirms its commitment to diversity and to complying
with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. The City will not
discriminate against any person in recruiting, examining, appointing, hiring, training, placement, termination, layoffs,
recall, transfer, leave of absence, promoting, compensating, retaining, disciplining, or any other personnel action on
the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
ancestry, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, physical or mental
disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, except when any of these categories
constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification (i.e., an actual qualification for performing a job). If you need special
assistance in the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department in advance to make
arrangements.
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