[Michlib-l] CIDL - Part-time Children's Librarian posting

[Julie Meredith]

The Clarkston Independence District Library is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to fill our position of Part-Time Children's Librarian.  Please read the job description below.

Part-time Children's Librarian

Salary: $16.00-$22.00 per hour
Hours:  20-27.5 hours per week

Primary job duties:
Duties include, but are not limited to:

*            Provides direct assistance to patrons with basic information regarding use of library material, equipment, and services at the combined youth/adult information desk.

*            Responsible for development of assigned collections

*            Maintains and cultivates contact with parents and other family members, the public, schools, teachers, other libraries, state and regional library associations, and other professional organizations

*            Initiates, plans, and conducts a variety of programs and activities to encourage the use of the library by children and teens

*            Attends and participates in staff meetings and discussions

*            Perform other library duties as assigned

Qualifications:

*            Master's degree in Library and Information Science

*            Professional and enthusiastic attitude towards providing public library service to patrons of all ages

*            Experience working with children ages 0-18, especially ages 0-2

*            A desire to serve the public in a positive manner

*            Familiarity with popular reading materials and genre collections

*            Strong oral and written communication skills

*            Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

*            Knowledge of Integrated Library systems, Polaris preferred

*            Familiarity with electronic databases and MeL resources

*            Knowledge of popular office computer programs

*            Ability to lift, push and/or pull at least 20 pounds

*            Flexibility to work varied hours

Reports to:       Head of Children's and Teen Services

Please respond by November 9, 2015 at 5 pm to:

Tracy Bedford
Head of Children's and Teen Services
Clarkston Independence District Library
6495 Clarkston Rd
Clarkston MI 48346
bedfordt at indelib.org<mailto:bedfordt at indelib.org>


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