The Denver Public Library (DPL) isn't just a place to borrow books; it's a vibrant, essential hub for our diverse city. As a growing urban library system with 28 locations and over 4 million annual visitors , we're deeply woven into the fabric of Denver.
Join a team where your values align with your work. At the Denver Public Library, we're not just serving our community; we're building a culture guided by values that empower both our staff and the public.
Welcoming: We make our resources, services, and expertise accessible for all, recognize the inherent dignity in each person, and provide safe places where everyone can be themselves.
Curiosity: We foster a culture of exploration, innovation, and forward thinking by creating environments that support learning and growth.
Connection: We are neighbors. We foster relationships, listen and act to build and strengthen our community. We bring people together to share information, ideas, and experiences.
Equity: We work to change inequitable practices, structures and policies, and attitudes that drive them, to provide opportunities for every person in our community to thrive. As we do so, we actively examine our roles in perpetuating oppressive systems.
Stewardship: We are accountable to our community, using our resources responsibly. We lead with honesty and integrity, protect privacy and preserve and share the full history of our Denver community.
If you're passionate about service, community engagement, and creating positive change, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us. Come join a team that believes in the power of knowledge, connection, and equity.
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:
Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
Pension Plan for Life (employee contributes 8.45%, employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year), 4 paid wellness days, and 12 paid holidays
CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
Enhanced Work/Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program (6 counseling sessions per year, legal assistance, financial counseling, discounted recreation center passes), Employee Volunteer Program
Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)
For more information please visit our website.
About Our Department
Financial Services supports both internal and external customers and stakeholders in all aspects of money related services, such as procurement, accounts payable, and budget management. Our staff provides training, processing, reporting, and customer support to ensure DPL’s resources are used in accordance with city fiscal rules while upholding our value of Honoring the Public Trust and Strengthening Connection. The current primary focus for the finance team is providing consistent, transparent, high quality communication and processes.
DPL is hiring an Accounting Technician II to perform clerical and technical level accounting activities. In this position, you will work with internal and external stakeholders in support of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash management. This will include activities such as preparing deposits, processing invoices for payment, responding to general inquiries from staff and vendors, entering transactions into the accounting system, maintaining financial records, training branch staff and researching various issues. This position will work closely with the entire finance team to identify and reconcile discrepancies, compile supporting documentation, and create a record of corrective action. Customer service is a primary focus as you work closely with DPL staff to enhance their understanding of financial processes and respond to vendor inquiries.
Our ideal candidate has the following experience, skills, and characteristics:
Skill in mathematical reasoning and problem solving
Knowledge of financial recordkeeping, bonus if governmental
Attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Ability to interpret technical material, rules, regulations or instructions
Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing
Ability to identify a need, organize information, and determine importance
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to demonstrate positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a sense of humor in working with customers, coworkers, and community
Ability to effectively use technology including email, internet, databases, video conferencing and other software, plus a willingness to learn new technologies as needed.
Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
Three (3) years of experience performing financial recordkeeping, reconciliation of accounting discrepancies, and making journal and ledger entries.
Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement.
Proficiency in ERP systems (Workday experience a plus) and Excel
Don't let a "checklist" hold you back! Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups often self-select out if they don't meet every qualification. If you're reading this and feel a true passion for making an impact, we wholeheartedly encourage you to apply, as an equal combination of education and experience will be considered for all applicants. Your excitement for this work matters just as much as your resume.
The Denver Public Library's branches are the arms to the community—each a unique reflection of the dynamic, diverse communities we serve. At DPL, we pride ourselves on showing up and providing support whenever there is a need. While you may be hired for a specific location, please know that we are hiring with the expectation that at any time, you may be required to work at any one of our branches based on operational needs. This allows our staff to experience the full breadth of Denver's communities and ensures we consistently deliver the highest level of service across our branches.
DPL employees may be redeployed to work in other locations or capacities to support core functions of the library system during branch closures or other emergencies.
This position is based out of the Central Library in the Civic Center area of downtown Denver and does not have free parking.
The Financial Services team works with a hybrid schedule with currently up to two days a week in the office.
After successful transition there are possibilities for flexible schedules, such as a 9/80 or 4/10 work schedule.
Application & Additional Info
Ensure that the Work Experience section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. No "See Resume". Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Job postings will close at 12AM on the posted ending date. If interested in this opportunity, please apply as soon as possible.
Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history and employment verification.
All Denver Public Library employees must apply through their internal profile.
Ready to learn more and see how you can contribute? Visit us atdenverlibrary.org and connect with our community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Job Profile
LV3600 Accounting Technician II
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Position Type
Unlimited
Library Hiring Range
$21.26 - $26.57
Target Pay
Agency
Denver Public Library
Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies
City and County of Denver e mployees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.
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