[Michlib-l] Outreach Services Opportunity

[Lisa Hoenig]

Hello!

I'm writing to post an exciting part-time Outreach Services Librarian
opportunity at the Ypsilanti District Library. Want to ride on a Bookmobile,
and bring library services to patrons where they are? Read on for details!

Applications are welcomed at the address below, or can be emailed to
esper at ypsilibrary.org.



Lisa

**

                                                             *YPSILANTI
DISTRICT LIBRARY*

*Job Posting:  Librarian II, Outreach Services – Youth and Teen*

*(Part Time/20 hours per week)*



*Date:  *May 19, 2023



The Ypsilanti District Library is looking for a dynamic, innovative, and
community-focused librarian to join our Outreach Services team. The
Department serves the public via the YDL Bookmobile, book trike, homebound
delivery service, off-site deposit collections, programs and services for
older adults, school visits, library tours, community collaborations, and
outreach events.



YDL utilizes Outreach to close the gap between the library and those with
barriers to accessing its services. The Department strives to make the
library fully accessible to those who do not normally use the library,
extend the library’s work outside the building walls, and develop strong
relationships with neighborhoods and partner organizations. The Outreach
Department represents the voices of underserved populations in library-wide
planning and service delivery.



*Nature of Work/Responsibilities: *Under the direction of the Head of
Outreach Services, provides library outreach services to underserved
members of the community, with a focus on youth and teens.  Typical duties
may include, but are not limited to:

·         Representing YDL at community events by engaging with the public,
distributing information, and speaking about the Library and its services.

·         Making classroom visits and attending school functions to engage
youth.

·         Regularly riding on the YDL Bookmobile, providing reference,
information, and reader’s advisory services to patrons on its neighborhood
routes.

·         Presenting storytimes and other early literacy programs on the
bookmobile and at community events.

·         Supporting YDL’s Summer Challenge Champions program, which brings
summer learning to day campers.

·         Contributing to YDL’s website, and participating in library-wide
planning committees.

·         Successfully presenting Library field trips by communicating with
schools, providing age-appropriate research instruction, and organizing
data for outcomes analysis.

·         Collaborating with partner organizations to design and execute
programs that positively impact community youth.

·         Engaging with and supporting parent advocacy groups, such as
Success by Six, Trusted Parent Advisors, Grandparents as Parents, etc.

·         Representing YDL in community partnership coalitions and
committees, such as with Ozone House, Corner Health, Riverside Arts,
YpsiWrites, etc.

·         Assisting local partners with their own youth initiatives, such
as Ypsilanti Community Schools, Lincoln Community Schools, Rutherford Pool,
and area summer lunch sites.

·         Participating in community celebrations, such as Juneteenth,
Parkridge Summerfest, and the July 4 parade.

·         Filling in at public service desks when necessary to ensure
excellent service

·         Other duties as assigned



*Qualifications and Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: *

·         Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent from an ALA
accredited institution

·         Enthusiastic and professional, with a passion for public service

·         Experience with underserved populations, such as immigrants,
people of color, people with disabilities, homeless people, people living
in poverty, and LGBTQ people

·         Knowledge of early childhood development and literacy

·         Reference and reader’s advisory skills, especially with
children’s and young adult literature

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·         A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

·         Flexible, dependable, and positive team player

·         Outreach experience desired



*Hours:*  Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled
evenings and weekends).



*Salary/ Benefits:     *Hourly wage $24.09-$28.89, dependent on
experience. Pro-rated paid time off and holidays, and an employer
contribution to a MERS retirement plan, with optional 457, FSA, and AFLAC. This
position is part of YDL’s AFSCME union bargaining unit.


*To apply*, send resume, cover letter, and completed application form
(available online at www.ypsilibrary.org) by Friday, June 9, to:



Human Resources                          *or         *esper at ypsilibrary.org

Ypsilanti District Library

5577 Whittaker Road
Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197

-- 

Lisa Hoenig, Director

Ypsilanti District Library

5577 Whittaker Road

Ypsilanti, MI  48197



(734) 879-1300

www.ypsilibrary.org


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