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.
The Central Library Events team manages a newly constructed 400-person venue within the Central Library. With the leadership of the Central Events Manager, this team supports a wide range of events and programs for our diverse community.
The Denver Public Library system is committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of its operations. The successful candidate for this position should share this common commitment and have experience working with diverse populations to create a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Support Event Management at the Central Library. Coordinate logistical, technical, and administrative support and activities for events. Maintain event files and ensure receipt and filing of essential documents. Determine work priorities and develop work schedules to provide adequate staffing coverage. Work closely with the Event Manager in the daily operations of the Event Management. Communicate effectively with customers, staff, and administration.
Knowledge of planning events sufficient to be able to synthesize various activities, persons, and spectators for multiple events.
Ability to work with different stakeholders at one time.
Ability to review work for accuracy and completeness.
Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service.
Ability to resolve issues quickly and effectively, and is knowledgeable about products and services.
Ability to express information to individuals or groups effectively. Skill in training people with varied skill levels.
Ability to demonstrate innovation and flexibility.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, balance multiple priorities and work with attention to detail.
Ability to understand and interpret written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables.
Ability to write in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience. Ability to bring a positive energy, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and a sense of humor to the workplace.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's Degree in Theater, Fine Arts, Technical Production, or a related field.
Three (3) years of experience assisting with set design, stage or event productions.
One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education.
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 The schedule will be determined by the needs of the department and will include evening and weekend hours.
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, starting salary is typically made at or near the range minimum. The City and County of Denver benefit package will be offered.
This job is located on-site at the Central Library in downtown Denver with very limited opportunities to work from home. The successful candidate for this position should be prepared to pay for parking (~$200 per month), use public transportation or other alternative means of transportation to get to and from work.
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 at denverlibrary.org and connect with our community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
Job Profile
LM2963 Events CoordinatorTo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
UnlimitedLibrary Hiring Range
$63,679.00 - $84,375.00Target Pay
Agency
Denver Public LibraryRedeployment during Citywide Emergencies
City and County of Denver employees 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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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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