[Michlib-l] Part-time Youth Services Para-professional position

[Lisa Hoenig]

The Ypsilanti District Library has a part-time Youth Services Para-professional position available (see below).  Applications are welcomed at the address below or to my email through January 4th.

Lisa


Lisa Hoenig, Director
Ypsilanti District Library
5577 Whittaker Road                               (734)879-1300
Ypsilanti, Michigan  48197               fax (734)482-0047
www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org/>                          lisa at ypsilibrary.org<mailto:lisa at ypsilibrary.org>
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Act as if what you do makes a difference.  It does.
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J O B    P O S T I N G
YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY
Part-Time Para-Professional Whittaker Road Youth Department

DATE:                                  December 14, 2015

POSITION:                         YDL - Youth Department Para-Professional (.5 FTE, 20 hours per week)

NATURE OF WORK:
Para-professional duties as assigned by Head of Youth Services.  Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

*        Supports delivery of reference, information and reader's advisory services for library patrons of all ages.

*        Assists patrons in use of computers and other library technology.

*        Participates in storytimes, library program planning, and special projects as assigned.

*        Assists with collection development projects.

*        Contributes to the smooth operation of the Whittaker Road Youth Department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

*        Bachelor's Degree.  Formal training in a child-related field or experience working with youth desired.

 *   Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
 *   Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment.
 *   Enthusiastic, positive team player.
 *   Previous successful public library experience desired.

*        Experience working with diverse populations.

*        Knowledge of computers and Internet.

*        Strong desire to engage children birth-18, their parents, caregivers and teachers.

*        Knowledge of children's literature, information resources, and early literacy concepts desired.


HOURS:
Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends).

SALARY/BENEFITS:
                                      Hourly wage starting at $14.36.  Pro-rated paid time off and paid holidays.  Employer paid retirement contribution after one year of service. This position is part of the AFSCME union bargaining unit.

TO APPLY:                          Send resume, cover letter, & application form
(available at www.ypsilibrary.org<http://www.ypsilibrary.org>) by Monday, January 4, 2016 to:
                                             Human Resources
                                             Ypsilanti District Library
                                             5577 Whittaker Road
                                             Ypsilanti, Michigan  48197

Ypsilanti District Library is an equal opportunity employer.


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