Job Description

About Our Job

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.

Unrivaled Benefits

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 Position

The Overnight Stockroom Supervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective daily operations of library support services. This position directly supervises a team responsible for the timely delivery and retrieval of library materials, inventory management, and special project support. The Supervisor will lead, mentor, and develop their team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to utilize technology for tracking and reporting. A key aspect of this position involves overseeing the courier services, ensuring the reliable and secure transport of materials between library branches.

What You Would Bring

• Ability to develop or modify work plans, methods, and procedures to optimize team performance. Determine work priorities and develop work schedules to ensure adequate staff coverage across all service areas, including courier operations. Provide clear work instructions and offer guidance to employees on complex or unique assignments, promoting innovation and continuous improvement.

• Ability to assign and distribute tasks equitably among team members, taking into account individual skills and workload. Review completed work for accuracy and completeness, providing constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement.

• Ability to proactively address and resolve operational challenges that arise during daily activities, identifying appropriate solutions to maintain service levels. Cultivate a positive and collaborative team environment, encouraging open communication and mutual support.

• Ability to foster regular and transparent communication within the team, keeping staff informed of relevant library news, policy changes, and their impact on operations.

• Ability to establish clear performance goals for team members, document performance regularly, provide timely and constructive feedback, and conduct formal performance evaluations. Recognize and reward excellent performance.

• Ability to assist staff in meeting and exceeding performance standards, identifying opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement. Document causes for disciplinary action, initiate letters of reprimand as necessary, and make formal recommendations for further disciplinary action. Respond to both formal and informal employee grievances and prepare thorough written responses.

• Ability to oversee the daily courier services, ensuring the timely and secure transportation of library materials and other items between all branch libraries using a company vehicle. This includes:

  • Distributing courier assignments among team members to ensure efficient coverage of all routes.

  • Monitoring the adherence to schedules and addressing any delays or issues that may arise.

  • Ensuring the proper loading and unloading of materials, equipment, and supplies from the courier vehicle.

  • Operate a company vehicle to transport library books, materials, equipment, and supplies between various library locations.

  • Verifying that team members maintain accurate records of mileage, delivery loads, and any other relevant information related to courier activities.

  • Collaborating with other departments and branch staff to optimize delivery schedules and routes as needed.

  • Ensuring that all team members operating company vehicles adhere to safety standards and regulations.

• Ability to generate comprehensive reports for management that track the usage and value of items received and issued. Utilize basic computer spreadsheet/database software and/or enterprise inventory management software to accurately compile and present data.

• Ability to track the status of special orders that are critical for the successful completion of significant organizational projects, ensuring timely delivery and communication with relevant stakeholders.

• Ability to assist with collection management tasks as needed, such as sorting and shelving materials to support efficient library operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.

• Two (2) years experience in the receiving, stocking, issuing and inventory record keeping of parts, equipment, supplies, or materials, which must have included one year of stock ordering responsibility.

• Additional appropriate experience may be substituted for the minimum education.

• By position, it requires a valid Driver’s License at the time of application.

Substitutions:

• Additional appropriate experience may be substituted for the minimum education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to lift and move heavy materials (e.g., boxes of books).

• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with staff and potentially library patrons.

• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including spreadsheet and database software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets), and the ability to learn and utilize enterprise inventory management software.

• Proven ability to lead and supervise a team, including providing work direction, feedback, and performance management.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions.

• Commitment to teamwork and fostering a positive work environment.

• Customer service orientation and a commitment to providing efficient and reliable support services.

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.

Work Environment & Location

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.

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. 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.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

LJ2631 Stockroom Supervisor

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Position Type

Unlimited

Library Hiring Range

$26.84 - $33.55

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.

Assessment Requirement

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

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