Custodian - Central Library

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 principles that empower both our staff and the public. When you work with us, you'll experience:

• A Truly Welcoming Environment: We champion accessibility and dignity for all, creating safe spaces where every individual, including you, can thrive and be themselves. We believe in the power of belonging.

• A Culture of Curiosity & Innovation: We encourage continuous learning, exploration, and forward-thinking. Here, you'll have the space to grow, experiment, and contribute to new ideas that shape our future.

• Deep Community Connection: We are active neighbors, fostering genuine relationships and bringing people together. Your work will directly strengthen our community by facilitating shared information, ideas, and experiences.

• Commitment to Equity: We are actively working to change inequitable practices and provide opportunities for every person to succeed. We invite you to be part of a team that's committed to fostering a truly just and inclusive environment.

• Accountable Stewardship: We lead with integrity, responsibility, and transparency, ensuring our resources are used wisely. You'll contribute to an organization that protects privacy and preserves Denver's rich history for future generations.

If you're passionate about service, fostering community connections, 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.

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.

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) 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, Four Wellness Days Per Year

• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources

• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

• For more information please visit our website.

Denver Public Library operates across multiple branches, and to meet evolving operational needs, employees may be assigned to work at different locations. This flexibility helps us best serve our customers and optimize our resources. Work schedules can vary based on operational needs.

About Our Job:

DPL is hiring a Custodian to help us achieve our goal of providing welcoming spaces to everyone. This position will work at a variety of the 28 Library locations supporting the goal of customer service by ensuring that the library environment is clean, safe and prepared for customer and staff use. Responsibilities include routine manual work involving custodial duties, moving furniture in Library buildings, snow removal and some outdoor landscaping duties.

What You Would Do:

• Performs interior custodial duties including mopping, dusting, and vacuuming and uses mechanical floor cleaners to polish, buff, strip, and wax floors.

• Performs exterior custodial/maintenance duties including snow removal, mowing lawns, pulling weeds, watering plants and lawns, raking leaves, picking up litter, and clearing dumpster areas and operates light machinery powered by small engines as necessary.

• Removes waste and soiled linens from the work area and gathers and disposes of trash and waste which may contain hazardous materials.

• Cleans and disinfects all fixtures, floors, mirrors, windows, doors, and walls including those in kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms, locker rooms, weight rooms, holding cells, and other work areas and restocks supplies as needed.

About You

Our ideal candidate has:

• Knowledge of cleaning materials and the operation of custodial equipment.

• Ability to perform routine and repetitive manual tasks for extended periods.

• Ability to work in a physically demanding position with continuous bending, kneeling, and lifting of objects that can weigh up to 25-50 pounds.

• Ability to follow simple written or oral instructions.

• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability or willingness to learn to use basic workplace technology including email and internet.

• Ability to pass a physical examination and a background check after the offer to hire has been made.

• Excellent customer service skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalency (preferred, not required).

Substitutions

• One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for the minimum education requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• A current Colorado driver's license with a good driving record.

• One-year of work experience in cleaning or janitorial 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. Your excitement for this work matters just as much as your resume.

Work Environment

Our locations are situated in public spaces, and our work areas are shared and collaborative. This dynamic environment involves frequent interaction with a diverse range of customers and team members, requiring a high degree of flexibility, adaptability, and responsiveness. Team members must be able to manage multiple types of requests, each demanding varying levels of attention, focus, and care. At times, the work can be fast-paced and emotionally demanding, requiring strong emotional regulation and de-escalation skills. Throughout, maintaining a high standard of customer service and professionalism is essential.

Additional Job Information

• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history and employment verification

• All Denver Public Library employees must apply through their internal profile.

Application

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. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date.

At Denver Public Library, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the vibrant community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Join us in building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of our communities. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

LJ1878 Custodian

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Position Type

Unlimited

Library Hiring Range

$18.81 - $23.51

Target Pay

Agency

Denver Public Library

Redeployment 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.

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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