[Michlib-l] Traverse Area District Library - Librarian - Talking Book Library

[Deb Radjenovich]

The Traverse Area District Library has the following position available:

*Traverse Area District Library*


*Librarian I – Talking Book Library Full-time Position*

We are seeking an energetic, team-oriented person to fill a Library 1
position in the Talking Book Library at the Main Library.  Under the
supervision of the Assistant Director for Public Service, the person in
this position will be responsible for supporting TBL functions by
performing both para-professional library work and outreach.   Please see
the attached job description for full details.  Evening and weekend hours
are required.



*Wage Range*:  19.73 - $25.97 in annual wage steps according to current
union                           contract

*Posting date*:  10/29/2018

*Deadline for applications*:    Open until filled

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your
resume, a fully completed TADL application (available at www.tadl.org/jobs)
along with a cover letter to:  Human Resources, Traverse Area District
Library, 610 Woodmere Ave., Traverse City, MI 49686.  For questions, please
call 932-8549 or email jobs at tadl.org.


*Traverse Area District Library*

*Job Description*



*Job Title*:             Librarian I

*Department*:      Talking Book Library

*Reports to*:         Asst. Director for Public Service

*Effective date*:    November 14, 2017


SUMMARY

Perform professional and para-professional library work and outreach to
seniors and the visually impaired involving a variety of clerical and other
library activities and operations; to assist the public; and to perform
related work as required.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Asst. Director for
Public Service.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

An employee in this position will be required to assist in the operation of
the Talking Book Library by performing any or all of the following
essential duties and others as assigned.



●        Schedule and present at outreach events throughout TBL’s eight
counties;

●        Assist patrons and their caretakers in registering for and using
the TBL service through the National Library Service;

●        Assist patrons and their caregivers in using online services and
tools for the visually impaired including BARD and the NLS player;

●        In conjunction with the State Braille and Talking Book Library,
update patron and organizational accounts for TBL territory;

●        Provide training and support for partner libraries;

●        Be responsible for displays, brochures, bookmarks and book columns;

●        Assist with general library reference and readers’ advisory
services;

●        Develop  library programming as required;

●        Represent TBL at quarterly sub-regional meetings in Lansing and
other events for the visually impaired; and

●        Perform related library and clerical work as assigned.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:  Considerable knowledge of
library procedures, policies, practices and methods; REQUIRED:  Ability to
work effectively with general public and other employees; REQUIRED:
Understanding of senior and visually impaired needs and limitations
REQUIRED:  Skill in the use of computers; REQUIRED:  Ability to communicate
effectively; REQUIRED:  Willingness and ability to work at other locations
as required.


EDUCATION

*REQUIRED:*  Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent ALA
Accredited degree.



*EXPERIENCE*

*REQUIRED:*    Two years of work in a library setting.

*REQUIRED:  *  Level I or II State of Michigan Professional Librarian’s
Certificate.



Although reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions, visual and communication
ability is required.


Deb Radjenovich
Business Manager
Traverse Area District Library
610 Woodmere Ave
Traverse City, MI  49686
dradjenovich at tadl.org
231-932-8549
www.tadl.org
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