[Michlib-l] Job Opportunity at YDL

[Julianne Smith]

Hello!

Due to an upcoming retirement, YDL has an opening for an adult services
librarian at our Whittaker Road location.  Feel free to share widely.

J O B P O S T I N G

YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY

Full-Time Librarian II, Adult Services Adult (YDL-Whittaker)

DATE: June 12, 2023

POSITION: Librarian II, Adult Services (40 hours per week)

YDL is seeking a dynamic, innovative public services librarian to join our
Adult Services team.

Nature of Work: Under the direction of the Head of Adult Services, provides
public service at the YDL-Whittaker Adult  Reference desk. Duties include:

• Delivery of reference, information and reader’s advisory services for
library patrons.

• Develops, maintains and promotes segments of the library’s adult
collections.

• Plans, promotes, implements and evaluates adult programming.

• Assists patrons in use of computers and other library technology.

• Participates in team-based library opening and closing duties.

• Serves on library-wide committees and participates in planning.

• Contributes to the smooth operation of the Adult Services department.

• Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with community
partners as appropriate. • Other duties as assigned; includes covering
other YDL service desks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA accredited
institution.

• Must be eligible for certification according to Library of Michigan
personnel standards.

• Demonstrated understanding of philosophies, techniques, and trends in
public library service. • Experience working with diverse populations and a
commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion. • Public library
experience desired.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work in a professional manner, both independently and as part
of a team, and use good judgment. • Knowledge of computers, Internet and
emerging technologies.

• Flexible and dependable.

• Enthusiastic, positive team player with a strong commitment to customer
service.

HOURS: 40 hours per week. Schedule includes daytime, evening, and weekend
hours (including Sunday shifts).

Salary/Benefits: $24.09-$28.89/hour dependent on experience. This position
is part of YDL’s AFSCME union. Comprehensive benefits package including
generous paid time off, 12 paid holidays, family coverage for health,
vision,  and dental insurance, employer contribution to retirement and
voluntary 457 plan.

TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter, & application form

(available at www.ypsilibrary.org) by Monday, July 3, 2023 to:

Ypsilanti District Library/HR or lisa at ypsilibrary.org

5577 Whittaker Road, Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197

The Ypsilanti District Library is committed to creating and sustaining a
diverse workforce, and proud to be an equal  opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, religion,  gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, or age. YDL has an internal workgroup
dedicated  to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with the goal of a diverse
workforce that is representative at all job levels, of the citizens  we
serve, to support a more equitable future for all.

*_________________________*
*Julianne Smith*
*Assistant Director*
*Ypsilanti District Library*
*p. 734.879.1301*
*www.ypsilibrary.org* <http://www.ypsilibrary.org>
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