[Michlib-l] Job Posting: Library Associate

[Tara Kanon]

Brandon Township Public Library (Ortonville, MI) is a Class IV rural
library with a perpetual millage. We have a loyal and supportive community;
engaged staff, Library Board, and Friends; and an active strategic plan. We
are seeking an energetic Library Associate for 20 hours per week who
believes that imagination + innovation = success.



Send email with attached cover letter, resume, and contact information for
three professional references to:


Tara Kanon, Youth Public Services Manager

tkanon at brandonlibrary.org <rhiggerson at brandonlibrary.org>



*Deadline for applications: Monday, July 8, 2019 at 5:00 pm*


An Equal Opportunity Employer


Brandon Township Public Library

Job Description/Position Standards with Qualifications and Requirements

Position:           Library Associate

             Part-time

Salary Range:   $14.50-$17.33

Grade:              5

Effective Date: 01/28/2019



Job Summary



Under the direction of the Public Services Manager, give direct support to
librarian(s) by providing excellent reference and reader’s advisory
services to the public at the Reference Desk. This position contributes to
collection development and public programming.



Responsibilities



   - Assist at the reference desk in providing reference and reader’s
   advisory services
   - Conduct one-on-one and group training sessions for library patrons and
   staff in the use of library resources and programs
   - Assist in developing and providing library programs for youth, teens
   and/or adults
   - Assist in selecting and managing the library collection
   - Contribute to the development and content of the library’s website
   - Contribute to the library newsletter for publication
   - Serve on system-wide committees and/or attend meetings as appropriate



Qualifications



Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university



Requirements



   - Successful experience providing direct customer service in a library
   or other public institution
   - Strong public service commitment and positive attitude
   - Strong time management skills
   - Excellent written and verbal communication skills
   - Ability to utilize and teach current library technology
   - Awareness of the unique role of the public library in the community
   - Ability to work effectively in a continually changing environment
   - Ability to work cooperatively as a team member within the department
   and with other departments within the library
   - Ability to lift or transport items weighing up to 40 pounds

·         Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends



Department Affiliation/Supervisor



Reports to the Public Services Manager




Thank you,


*Tara Kanon*

Youth Public Services Manager

Brandon Twp Public Library

304 South Street

Ortonville MI 48462

248-627-1473



*ENGAGE **•** EDUCATE **•** ENRICH **•** EMPOWER*
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