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Head Librarian

Location: 
Denver Botanic Gardens (1005 York St., Denver, CO 80206)
Position Type: 
Full-Time
Compensation: 
tbd
Job Summary: 

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.

Qualifications: 

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.

Experience: 

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.

Working Conditions: 

Office

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.

garden spotlight

A shift in seasons is bringing significant change to Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield:

Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield - new amphitheatre re-grade
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield - new amphitheatre re-grade

  • A new amphitheatre is being
    re-graded to provide a better experience for concert-goers with new grass, a wildflower meadow and shade trees. Construction on a permanent stage begins soon and will be completed in time for the 2009 concert season.

Deer Creek Discovery children’s area at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield

  • And check out our new Deer Creek Discovery children’s area, which includes a whimsical tree house and a water feature in which children can play! This area is scheduled for completion next month.

Learn about construction at our
York Street location ››