[Michlib-l] Job Openings -- FT & PT at Taylor Community Library

[Shauna Anderson]

Taylor Community Library is hiring a number of full and part time positions
right now.  I especially want to encourage those with early literacy
experience to apply for the full time paraprofessional position.  Check out
the description below and visit www.CityofTaylor.com/Jobs to view a full
listing of available positions.  If you have any questions about the
positions, do not hesitate to reach out.


Shauna Anderson
Assistant Director of Education and Cultural Opportunities, Taylor
Community Library

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*Library Paraprofessional*
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Days, Evenings, & Weekends

Taylor Community Library seeks creative and enthusiastic candidates for
Library Paraprofessional to present library events, provide technology
support, answer research questions, and facilitate customer transactions.
Paraprofessionals assist in maintaining an exciting lineup of educational
activities for patrons from all walks of life.  Paraprofessionals also help
staff public service desks and create digital marketing materials to
publicize library services in the community.

To be considered for this position, candidates must have a bachelor's
degree in any field.  Preference will be given to those with demonstrated
experience in a customer service or educational setting, as well as an
active interest in emerging technologies.

To apply, you must upload your resume along with a thoughtful cover letter
indicating why you would be a good fit for this role.

POSITION SUMMARY

Plan, facilitate, and document events for library users of all ages;
provide helpful, friendly customer service to patrons; create marketing
materials using digital content creation tools; provide research and
technology support to the public.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Plan, implement, and document a broad range of educational events,
exhibits, and presentations
Create publicity materials including print materials, digital signage, and
posts for official social media platforms in coordination with other staff
Answer research questions and find appropriate materials to satisfy user
queries
Provide technology support and instruction for library users, including the
use of eBooks, downloadable audio, and databases
Assist users in operating desktop computers, scanners, printers, fax
machines, photocopiers, tablets, and smartphones
Conduct customer service transactions (both in-person and via telephone)
including checking in/out materials, updating patron account information,
issuing library cards, placing holds, requesting interlibrary loans, and
renewing items
Perform accurate data entry in the library catalog
Update the library website
Compile statistics for regular reports
Handle cash responsibly
Maintain strict confidentiality and accuracy as it relates to user records
Supervise volunteer activities
Order library supplies when needed staying within budget.
Link audio-visual material and other mediums.
Work with Braille and Talking Books Librarian to provide services.
Assist other library staff in providing technology assistance to users.
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