[Michlib-l] Employment Opportunity - Morton Township Library

[Juliane Schafer]

*Morton Township Library Employment Opportunity
Assistant Director (Full-Time)*

Morton Township Library is seeking an energetic, creative, highly 
motivated, and service-oriented Assistant Director.Morton Township 
Library is a Class II public library located in Mecosta County and 
serves the residents of Morton Township and four surrounding townships.

*Position:*Assistant Director

*Location:*Morton Township Library, 110 S. James St., Mecosta, MI 49332

*Work Schedule:*Full-Time - (approximately 37.5 hours per week) 
including Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.The library is closed 
Sundays and Mondays.
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Job Summary:*Under the supervision of the library director, the 
Assistant Director is responsible for: planning, promoting, implementing 
and evaluating library programs; writing grant proposals for enhancing 
library services; preparing new library materials for use; coordinating 
interlibrary loan services; staffing the information desk as needed and 
assisting patrons in their search for library materials; providing 
reader’s advisory and technical assistance to patrons; evaluating the 
collections to keep them current; scheduling and supervising the use of 
library meeting rooms; acting as person in charge in the absence of the 
director; supervising and training library volunteers; assisting with 
children’s programs; creating library displays; and performing other 
duties as assigned.

*Requirements:*The applicant should be passionate about the work and 
mission of public libraries, have a minimum of an associate degree and 
two years of experience in a related field, have enthusiasm for creating 
dynamic and relevant library programs, and have the ability to write 
grant proposals.The applicant should also have effective verbal and 
written communication skills, be comfortable with public speaking and 
representing the library in a variety of settings, have experience using 
current technology, be a self-motivated person who can work both 
independently and collaboratively, and be passionate about creating and 
maintaining a welcoming and customer service-oriented environment.

*Physical Requirements:*Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 
pounds.Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time.

*Salary and Benefits:*Wage will be based on qualifications and 
experience.Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, paid 
holidays, paid vacation, and paid personal days.**

*Apply:*Mail or email resume, cover letter, and contact information for 
three professional references to:

Juliane Schafer, Director
Morton Township Library
P.O. Box 246
Mecosta, MI 49332

jschafer at mtplibrary.org

www.morton.michlibrary.org

*Deadline:*Friday, October 7, 2022
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