[Michlib-l] Northville District Library- Youth Librarian Posting

[Laura Mancini]

Due to a retirement, the Northville District Library seeks an enthusiastic and innovative individual for a full-time position to serve as one of its Youth Services Librarians. 

Position: Youth Services Librarian 
40 Hours per week, including some weekends and evenings This is a Union Position 

Salary Range: $52,540.80 - $60,777.60 based upon prior work experience 

Benefits: Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision), disability insurance, MERS pension system with optional 457 plan. Paid time off includes sick, vacation, holiday, and personal business time. 

Essential Duties Include: 

* Participates in community and school outreach activities 
* Develops and implements a variety of youth programming including story times and other literature-based programming, Summer Reading, STEAM activities, crafts and hosting performers. 
* Develops and maintains youth collection areas by reviewing, evaluating, selecting, purchasing, and withdrawing materials 
* Provides reference, readers’ advisory, and library services support for users of all ages at the public Information and Reference Desks 
* Promotes informational literacy and facilitates learning in the library using a variety of techniques 
* Recommends changes in programs, services, and collections based upon new developments in the library field 
* Communicates effectively with staff and patrons 
* Serves as the Librarian-in-Charge of the building when assigned 
* Participates in Continuing Education opportunities 
* Performs related duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications: 

* Master’s Degree in library science from an ALA-accredited college or university 
* Possess a Level I or II Professional Certificate from the Library of Michigan. Candidates without this certification will be considered for the position, but will be required to such obtain such certification within six months as a condition of their employment 
* Possess a strong commitment to serving youth patrons 
* Familiarity with social, pop culture, and technological trends that impact young people’s lives 
* Ability to create new services and procedures incorporating new theories and technologies as applicable 
* Ability to prioritize duties and tasks 
* Critical thinking skills 
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
* Experience in working independently and as part of a team 
* Knowledge and proficiency in MS Office, online resources, social media and emerging library technologies 
* Knowledge of youth literature, both current and classic, and library usage habits in order to manage collections and programs, as well as address reference queries 
* Knowledge of library functions, rules, policies, and procedures 
* Strong public service orientation 

Deadline for application: December 1, 2022 
Please submit a resume, cover letter and application to: Carla Eggert, Administrative Assistant 
Northville District Library 212 West Cady Street Northville, MI 48167-1560 

Email: ceggert at northvillelibrary.org 

Applications can be accessed at: [ https://northvillelibrary.org/?page_id=22288 | https://northvillelibrary.org/?page_id=22288 ] 


Laura Mancini 
Director 
Northville District Library 
212 W. Cady Street 
Northville, MI 48167 
248-349-3020, ext. 206 
lmancini at northvillelibrary.org 
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