[Michlib-l] Head of Youth Services Westland Public Library

Sherri West sherri.west at westlandlibrary.org
Tue Jan 28 08:48:29 EST 2020


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WILLIAM P. FAUST

Public Library of Westland

6123 Central City Parkway * Westland, Michigan 48185-9118
(734) 326-6123 * FAX (734) 595-4612 * www.westlandlibrary.org



POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
HEAD OF YOUTH SERVICES
(Internal and External Applicants)

Date: January 28, 2019                                                           Closing Date: Until position is filled
Reports to: Library Director                                                   Position Available: Immediately


Summary:

Under the direction of the Library Director, manages all aspects of the Youth Services department
to ensure that children and their families experience the joy of reading, storytelling, and the library
as a learning resource in a friendly, creative, and dynamic environment. Hires, trains, evaluates
departmental staff, and takes disciplinary action as needed. Oversees the department's annual budget
and manages a current and relevant collection of materials for youth. Plans a variety of programs,
displays, classes and other events for children and teens. Serves at the Youth Services desk and trains
staff on library policies and procedures. Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement,
innovation and exceptional customer service. Works with staff throughout the library to develop and
implement programming, partnerships and other projects that enhance the library's image in the community.
This position is a member of the Library's management team and will participate in strategic planning, policy
development and other management level team responsibilities.

Education and Experience


1.       ALA accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Science.

2.      4 - 6 years' professional experience in a library of equivalent size with relevant supervisory and youth

services experience.

3.      Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

4.      Library of Michigan Level 1 certification.

                          Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week. Flexible schedule to include days, nights and weekends.
Union: Westland Library Supervisors Union SEIU Local 517M
                          Salary: Starts at $53,895 annually
                        Benefits: Vacation leave, Personal leave and paid holidays. Employer provided contribution to retirement (401a)
                        after meeting service requirements. Health, Dental, and Life insurance. Reimbursement for vision expenses.

Applications are available at www.westlandlibrary.org<http://www.westlandlibrary.org>.  Please submit a completed application, along with a cover
letter and resume to:


Sherri West
Administrative Assistant
6123 Central City Parkway
Westland MI 48185
sherri.west at westlandlibrary.org<mailto:sherri.west at westlandlibrary.org>
Fax: 734-595-4612


Sherri L. West
HR Assistant
Westland Public Library
734-326-6123 ext.2827

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