Librarian - Adult Reference, Southglenn

Librarian, Adult Reference, Southglenn Library

Connecting communities to resources

Are you a librarian who enjoys building relationships in the community and helping people find reliable information, learn new technology skills, and explore new ideas? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy recommending great reads, and feel energized by creating welcoming experiences that connect people to resources that support work, learning, and life?

Arapahoe Libraries is seeking an Adult Reference Librarian at Southglenn Library to provide reference, advisory, and technology support for adults. You'll respond to questions in person and through phone, email, and chat, and you'll support programming, outreach, and volunteer coordination. You'll also mentor staff through training and shadowing. As part of the branch leadership team, you'll serve as a Person-in-Charge (PIC) and help ensure smooth daily operations.

Southglenn Library serves a diverse and engaged community and has a light, creative, and welcoming branch culture. This role combines strong patron service with collaboration across the branch and district teams. You'll help identify local needs, strengthen access to information, and support services that invite participation, learning, and connection.

• Provide in-person advisory, technology, and reference services for adults.
• Conduct Ask-a-Librarian sessions with a priority for adult-focused requests.
• Respond to materials requests and answer phone, email, and chat reference questions.
• Provide computer and technology support to patrons.
• Provide floor coverage as needed.
• Provide technical and reference support to paraprofessional staff.
• Identify community needs at the branch level and focus on relationship building and customer service.
• Cultivate participation and ownership of library services and programming by adults.
• Tailor services to local community interests across diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Develop advisory-based services, including targeted readers' advisory initiatives.
• Contribute web/advisory content and participate in district-wide projects and operations.

• Support and promote programming and outreach, including Adult Librarian Core Teams and Events.
• Coordinate the volunteer program at Southglenn in partnership with the District Volunteer Coordinator and branch staff.

• Mentor staff by offering shadowing and consulting opportunities.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate staff training on library principles, resources, and reference services.
• Support district-wide training as needed.

• Maintain current knowledge of trends in librarianship through professional learning and share knowledge with coworkers.

• Support collection management and improvements in collaboration with branch staff.
• Support merchandising and displays aligned with collection policies and guidelines.
• Collaborate with the adult collection librarian as needed.

• Reference, Advisory, and Technology Services: Provide welcoming reference, readers' advisory, and technology support that responds to patron needs.
• Patron-Centered Service: Identify and interpret patron needs, providing accurate information, referrals, and support in person and online.
• Community Connection: Enjoy building relationships with the Southglenn community and tailoring support to local interests and needs.
• Collaborative Approach: Work effectively with branch staff and district teams to support programming, outreach, and patron needs.
• PIC Readiness: Feel comfortable stepping into the Person-in-Charge (PIC) role and supporting smooth branch operations with professionalism and care.
• Training and Mentoring: Mentor staff through shadowing, training, and coaching to strengthen branch knowledge and consistency.
• Equity-Focused Perspective: Strengthen access to information and services by identifying barriers, offering supportive assistance, and helping patrons connect to resources that meet their needs.
• Alignment to ALD Core Values: Demonstrate collaboration, equity, and innovation through inclusive service,…