[Michlib-l] Full-Time Youth Librarian Job Posting

[Robyn Lowenstein]

The Plymouth District Library - job posting for full-time Youth Librarian. See the posting below, or visit plymouthlibrary.org for more information. 

Plymouth District Library – Job Posting 
[ http://plymouthlibrary.org/ | http://plymouthlibrary.org ] 

TITLE: Youth Services Librarian 
Full time – 40 hours per week, Exempt 
Salary $48,500.00 - $52,900.00 

OUR LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY: 
The library’s mission is to connect, enrich, and improve lives through information, services, and spaces. Our core values are: access, literacy, community destination, and personalized service. 
The Plymouth District Library is located in busy downtown Plymouth, MI, midway between Detroit and Ann Arbor. We serve the Plymouth Community which is comprised of 36,650 residents living in the City of Plymouth and the Charter Township of Plymouth, as well as the patrons of 75 Detroit-area libraries through a reciprocal borrowing agreement facilitated by The Library Network. 
The library serves as a significant community hub and maintains strong partnerships with local and regional community groups, governments, schools, businesses, and cultural organizations. Strong community support has resulted in a dedicated perpetual millage, a robust Friends organization, and more than 100 adult volunteers. Before the pandemic, almost a 1,000 visitors a day use the library to participate in programs, use our meeting and study rooms, borrow materials, use technology, and connect with others. In addition, we serve a growing and robust digital community 24/7. 
The library recently completed significant network and technology infrastructure improvements and our growing technology department services the public and library staff. Recent facility upgrades have taken place to improve accessibility and energy efficiency. 
The library contributes significantly to the high quality of life available in the Plymouth community. Our sense of community is created by beautiful neighborhoods, spacious parks, robust sport, cultural and arts organizations, and dedicated community service organizations. Our vibrant, walkable downtown is full of unique shops, restaurants, entertainment and recreational options, all surrounding Kellogg Park as the centerpiece and host of year-round events. The library is just steps from all of this in our central downtown location and plays an active role in community events. 
The elected Board of Trustees and the Directors of the Friends Board are all committed to meeting the needs of the community, now and into the future. Dedicated customer service ideals drive our 70 staff members at all levels. We know our customers, and work tirelessly to serve their needs, listen to their concerns and make decisions accordingly. These practices are for those who come through the front door and those whom we serve outside of the library either off site or via digital services. We are committed to help the library remain a hub of activity in our community and a leader in the library world. 

Salary and Benefits 
 $48,500.00 - $52,900.00 (Pay grade 10) 
 Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time. Employer paid life and disability insurance. 
 Medical insurance, dental insurance, 457B deferred contribution plan benefits. 
 Continuing education opportunities, both regional and national. 

REPORTS TO: Youth and Teen Services Coordinator 

DESCRIPTION: Regular duties include reference and readers advisory service to adults and children. Assist patrons using the online catalog, electronic resources, internet computers, copiers, and print management system. Youth librarians are assigned responsibility for collection development in designated areas, and/or particular services such as contributing to youth online presence and outreach. Youth librarians also plan and facilitate story times, school visits, extended reading programs such as summer reading, and special events. 

REQUIREMENTS: 
 Experience with integrated library systems and searching electronic resources is required. 
 Interpersonal and judgmental skills necessary to work effectively with library staff and patrons in a busy environment. 
 Ability to communicate effectively by phone, computer, and in-person. 
 Accuracy and attention to detail. 
 Strong public service commitment and positive attitude. 
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
 Flexibility in scheduling is required. This position includes regular evening and weekends throughout the year. 

QUALIFICATIONS: MLIS/MIS from ALA accredited library school 
Experience providing direct customer service 

COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: 
Robyn Lowenstein, Human Resources Manager 
humanresources at plymouthlibrary.org 
Plymouth District Library 
223 S. Main Street 
Plymouth MI 48170-1687 

DEADLINE: 02/19/21 by 4:00pm 

This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements and compensation. Further information is available from the library. The Plymouth District Library does not discriminate in its employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested 


Robyn Lowenstein 
Plymouth District Library 
Business and Human Resources Administrator 
rlowenstein at plymouthlibrary.org 
(734) 453-0750 ext. 215 

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