Senior Language Library Specialist

3 days ago


Denver, Colorado, United States Arapahoe Libraries Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and bilingual Senior Language Library Specialist to join our team at Arapahoe Libraries. As a key member of our library staff, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to patrons, particularly those who speak Spanish, and assisting with the maintenance of our Spanish language and immigrant resources collections.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide proactive assistance to patrons, using both English and Spanish language, to ensure a welcoming and inclusive experience.
  • Assist with cash register transactions, exhibit intermediate advisory and reference services, and connect patrons with other library staff as needed.
  • Participate in the work of Language Hunt groups, answering phone calls in Spanish, and collaborate with other departments to promote library resources and programs.
  • Stay current on library technology and trends, and actively participate in learning activities to increase your knowledge and skills.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to meet the needs of staff and patrons, and serve as a liaison to various district departments and libraries.
Requirements
  • Two years of experience providing library services to patrons, including providing reference and advisory services.
  • Advanced oral and written proficiency in Spanish language, with the ability to pass an oral and written language assessment.
  • Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding of historical cultural context and current cultural life of Spanish-speaking patrons.
  • Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding of the unique needs of Spanish-speaking patrons and new immigrants.
  • Intermediate technology skills for Microsoft 365 and familiarity with Microsoft Edge and Microsoft Teams.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude, cultural humility, compassion, and professionalism in working with patrons and colleagues of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Familiarity with Adobe software.
  • Experience with translation or/and interpretation services.
  • Experience with facilitating and/or planning programming and outreach to linguistically diverse audiences.
Work Environment

The duties for this position are performed in an indoor environment with moderate noise levels.

Physical Activities

Physical activities required to perform essential duties include remaining in a stationary position, moving around, lifting up to 40 lbs, carrying up to 40 lbs, pushing and pulling a cart weighing up to 100 lbs, and using hands, fingers, and grasping of books, DVDs.



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