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Acting on own initiative and direction, manages all aspects of specialized library to ensure the information needs of patrons are met. This includes materials acquisition; resource management; technical services; reference services and circulation, including interlibrary loan (ILL); and rare book/special collections care.
Essential responsibilities encompass patron assistance, information navigation, materials collection, staff resource, and programming/outreach. Highlights: Directly supervises library staff and coordinates work for library volunteers to ensure public and technical needs are met. Represents the Helen Fowler Library to local, regional, and national communities. Makes additions to the collection(s), weeds and discards items in collection according to established policy. Responsible for Library budget. Works on horticulture information projects including Gardening Help. Coordinates ongoing used book sale and other fundraisers, working with Development as warranted. Acts as a resource for staff by providing reference assistance and training.
Master's degree in library science (MLS); minimum of four years related experience and/or training. Must have experience with all aspects of library services including on-line library tools, reference, acquisitions, patron services, project management and staff/volunteer training. Must possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, and knowledge of advancements in library technology, including best practices for digitization and other electronic modes of sharing holdings and information. Minimum four years specialized library experience, including head librarian and supervisory experience. Knowledge of horticultural and/or botanical subjects preferred; acquaintance with CBHL a plus. Familiarity with book publishing desired. Working knowledge of IBM compatible computers and Microsoft Office software.
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Send resume and/or application to Human Resources, Denver Botanic Gardens, 909 York St., Denver CO 80206, or e-mail your resume to hr@botanicgardens.org. We are a nonprofit, EOE.
Applications are only accepted for open positions.
Children's Secret Path at York Street
Especially for kids: Get your hands dirty in the soil station!
It's a fact: The alligator drum and giant amadinda are musical instruments made from plants.
Botanical interest: Children are encouraged to interact with plants, including smelling fragrant chives (Allium schoenoprasum), touching lamb’s ear (Stachys byzantina) and soft artemisia (Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Silver Mound’).
Looking for a fun way to entertain the kids? Check out a Family Guide at our Information Desk. Enjoy fun activities and kid-friendly information about our gardens and plants. Family Guides are free with admission.
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