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Denver Public library is running with the core values of equity, connection with each other, the curiosity of knowledge, accountability, and space for everyone. The library designs programs to help each other in the community by designing services and programs to entertain and help each other grow. Community engagement plays a big role in the well-being of Denver public library, they have partnerships with many non-profit, government, charity, and donation organizations to help them better serve their community. They provide volunteer and job opportunities for people but they have a unique job application method such as the interested candidates have to log in to a website that provides them information about new job openings and information about volunteer opportunities can be accessed online.

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What departments Denver Public Library employees work at?
DepartmentsRatio
Education - Other44.2%
other occupation31.3%
Administrative24.6%
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Professional experience

How many years of experience do Denver Public Library employees have before joining?
Years of experience at Denver Public Library: Newcomers: 17%, Experiencers: 23%, Experts: 24%, Veterans: 36%. Denver Public Library employees have 8+ years experience on average before joining.
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Where did Denver Public Library employees work before joining?
Where they've worked before Denver Public Library: Arapahoe Libraries, Bright Horizons, Children’s Museum of Denver. Typical Denver Public Library employees have worked at Arapahoe Libraries.
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Arapahoe Libraries
Bright Horizons
Children’s Museum of Denver
What industries did Denver Public Library employees work in previously?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Denver Public Library: Colleges / Universities, Libraries & Archives Companies, Niche Education, Elementary & Secondary School, Museums / Historical Sites / Zoos / Parks. Denver Public Library employees most likely come from a Colleges / Universities industry background.
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Where did Denver Public Library employees work before joining?
Past employers' size at Denver Public Library: Small: 43%, Medium: 24%, Large: 33%. Most Denver Public Library employees have previously worked at small companies.
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Educational background

What did employees at Denver Public Library study?
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Where did employees at Denver Public Library study?
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Emporia State University
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Employee data

How long do people stay in a role at Denver Public Library?
Time employed at Denver Public Library: <1: 8%, 1-3: 24%, 4-8: 36%, 9-13: 15%, 14-20: 9%, 20+: 8%. Most Denver Public Library employees stay with the company for 4-8 years which is the same as the industry average.
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How does Denver Public Library rank for age & gender diversity?
Gender ratio at Denver Public Library: 41.5% Male and 58.5% Female. Age ratio at Denver Public Library: 16-20: 1%, 21-30: 29%, 31-40: 37%, 41-50: 16%, 51-60: 11%, 60+: 6%. Denver Public Library rates - 8.5% more female than the industry average. Most Denver Public Library employees are 31-40, which is on par with the industry median age range.
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What are the top roles at Denver Public Library?
Top roles of Denver Public Library: Librarian, Circulation Clerk, Reference Librarian, Library Associate, Volunteer. The top role at Denver Public Library is Librarian.
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Circulation Clerk
Reference Librarian
Library Associate
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Career advancement

How does Denver Public Library rank for career advancement?
Career advancement at Denver Public Library: low. Denver Public Library ranks low for career advancement which is above the industry average.
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What companies do Denver Public Library employees go on to work at?
Future employers of Denver Public Library: Arapahoe Libraries, Boulder Public Library, City of Westminster, Douglas County Libraries, Jefferson County Public Library. People who work at Denver Public Library most typically go on to work for the Arapahoe Libraries.
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Boulder Public Library
City of Westminster
Douglas County Libraries
Jefferson County Public Library

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gender breakdown at Denver Public Library?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
gender ratio is 58.5% female, 41.5% male.
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When was Denver Public Library established?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
1889.
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What industry does Denver Public Library operate in?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
Education/Training.
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What is the headquarters of Denver Public Library?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
The headquarters of Denver Public Library is Denver, CO.
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What companies are similar to Denver Public Library?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
City and County of Denver, Denver Art Museum, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Denver Public Schools, Library of Congress, Mental Health Center of Denver, The New York Public Library, University of Denver.
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what are the chances of career advancement at Denver Public Library?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
low.
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What’s the average length of tenure at Denver Public Library?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
Typically 4-8 year(s).
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what kind of companies did Denver Public Library employees work for?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
Small companies before Denver Public Library.
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Top future employers of Denver Public Library employees?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
Arapahoe Libraries, Boulder Public Library, City of Westminster, Douglas County Libraries, Jefferson County Public Library, Turing School of Software & Design, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver.
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Who are the top previous employers of Denver Public Library employees?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
Arapahoe Libraries, Bright Horizons, Children’s Museum of Denver, City and County of Denver, Denver Public Schools, Jefferson County Public Library, Louisville Public Library, University of Denver.
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How old are Denver Public Library’s employees in general?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
around 31-40.
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Where did most of Denver Public Library employees go to school?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
Colorado State University-Fort Collins, Emporia State University, Metropolitan State University of Denver, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver.
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I would love to apply for a job but am unsure about employee benefits 😜
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A year ago
They have a retirement plan😻
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A year ago
Denver Public Library gives health insurance to eligible employees
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if any1 can tell, how many hours one has to work here ??!!
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A year ago
I work a normal amount, like 35 hours a week. It’s ok. I have some flexibility
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A year ago
sometimes less, sometimes more..thats what it's like 🤷
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I heard they have quite easy interviews
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A year ago
You have to appear smart and confident enough
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A year ago
You should have interaction skills😁
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Tell me 1 reason that Y should I choose library as a career 🤔
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A year ago
lmtu, it’s easy and relaxing..U just have to sit & read books n drink coffee
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A year ago
U get to make a difference in your community and society 🙌
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Fellow employees here r always friendly & truly joy to work with🥰
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A year ago
Yeah, they are friendly
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A year ago
I guess they are ok. I don’t really know them that well cuz i just do my job and go home
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Just wondering what jobs can B found at DPL 🙆
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A year ago
You can check their website for current openings and apply 😇
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A year ago
jobs keep coming as u can expect in a library..
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I wonder how people study and work at the same time😔
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A year ago
You can apply to work for fewer hours
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A year ago
It gets easier with time😃
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OMG!! I just found that DPL sees more than 4 million visitors every year across its 27 locations, serves Denver’s most vulnerable communities through outreach & mobile services, hosts thousands of programs a year & manages a collection of more than 1.4 million physical & digital materials
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A year ago
DPL is awesome! I’ve learned so much from attending their workshops & events. They have something for every1, from arts & crafts to history & science. Its like a mini-university for free!
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A year ago
Woah, I had no idea DPL had so many locations! 🤯
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Had a lil exp of this workplace.. the work here can B challenging yet fun bcuz U get to connect with soo many different ppl 🤩
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A year ago
woah, thats a nice combo is fun & challenge 😁
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A year ago
i think this enviro can b gr8 fit for a ppl person..aint it?
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DPL seems so much organized & ran so well ..it's really due to efforts of ppl who work here..!
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A year ago
Lol, U must be new here. Wait till you see the chaos behind the scenes 😲
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A year ago
ppl who work there truly reflect their workplace..
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Am told they are strict with dress code😢
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A year ago
You should be decent
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A year ago
There is no specific dress code but you need to be smart and comfortable😻
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One of the reason i luv to B stick around here's your job isnt limited to specifics ..
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A year ago
Lol, that’s just an excuse for them to make you do everything
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A year ago
I kinda like it n kinda don’t. It depends on the day and the task tbh
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it dificult to get hired here 🤔
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A year ago
They hire any1 who can breathe n read😂 #justkiddin'
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A year ago
It was for me btw.. I applied several times before I got an interview 🙌
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just wondering what benefits they offer to employees here 🙆
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A year ago
Lol, benefits? What benefits? They pay like peanuts & expect to be grateful for that 😂
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A year ago
there're not too much afaic
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What knowledge should i have b4 applying for a job at Denver library?🙆
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A year ago
LOL, good luck with that. You need a lot of knowledge and experience🙆
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A year ago
This will be written on their JD..
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I hope the hiring process doesn't take so long
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A year ago
It depends on the season/need for labour
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A year ago
It took me 6 days to receive a job offer😄
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being here's so flex; U get lots of free time to do ur own things 🤩
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A year ago
Well, flexibility is nice. But it also comes with responsibility and accountability 🙌
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A year ago
Yeah, it’s gr8 to have a flexible schedule & work on your own
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I just wanna know how it's like working at DPL🙆
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A year ago
I guess. It’s a stable job and I like some of my coworkers. But tbh, its not my passion
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A year ago
there can B different experiences..
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I feel never a dull day here, with all the gracious customers, meeting ppl and books, books and more books! There's always something new to see and do, like setting up displays, events, programming and learning tools! 🤩
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A year ago
uh it's same old stuff every day 😴
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A year ago
Books, books n more books? More like ebooks, ebooks n more ebooks. Ugh, Who reads physical books anymore? 🙄
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Working at dpl might B challenging sometimes imo... Some of the challenges may include dealing with difficult customers, handling multiple tasks, and adapting to changes..🤔
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A year ago
I hear ya. Sometimes I wish I could just read books all day instead of dealing with all the drama 📚
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A year ago
ughh in these circumstances, I’m thinking of quitting soon
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I've been wondering what ages are hired😑
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A year ago
They will hire anyone who is14+
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A year ago
You must be fourteen and above😃
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The good thing i'd applaud for is the mgmt here's truly understanding..!!!👏
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A year ago
eh but i think they could be more supportive & communicative 😕
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A year ago
remember they also have high expectations and standards...!!
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I intend to apply for a job 😓
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A year ago
I had great-coworker but the pay wasn't so good
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A year ago
What I know is they have great benefits👍
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I am starting my very first job next week
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A year ago
Congratulations, I look forward to knowing you🥳
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A year ago
Denver Public Library gave me my very first job🥺
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I heard there are more female employees
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A year ago
Women have always loved library jobs😂
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A year ago
lol, I love my job😍
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they provide easy training and onboarding for students looking for a first position here, afaic..🙆
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A year ago
good opportunity 4 starters
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A year ago
It’s a great place to start your career as a stepping stone
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Here Part Time (20 hours) Librarian gets an hourly wage b/w $24.34 - $28.30 i think it's pretty good...!
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A year ago
it’s not enough IMO
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A year ago
It’s a fair wage for the hours and the work.
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i've heard they offer plenty of PTO ? 🤔
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A year ago
Lol, PTO? More like PTOH (paid time off hell) 😅
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A year ago
I guess they do. But it’s hard to find a good time to take it as library is always busy
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just curious to know that what interview questions 1 can expect here 🙆
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A year ago
not too difficult..just what u can expect while going 4 a lib career :)
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A year ago
tbh ,still waiting for their response🙆
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My friend told me they give pay raises
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A year ago
Employees usually get raises when they are promoted😄
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A year ago
Pay raises hardly come by
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