[Michlib-l] Part-time Youth para-professional job opening

[Lisa Hoenig]

Hello!



The Ypsilanti District Library has an opening for a part-time Youth
Para-professional at our Whittaker Road location. Applications are welcomed
at the address below, or can be sent to my email.



Lisa





Lisa Hoenig, Director

Ypsilanti District Library

5577 Whittaker Road

Ypsilanti, MI  48197



(734) 879-1300

www.ypsilibrary.org



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                               *J O B   P O S T I N G*

*YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY*

*Part-Time Para-Professional -- YDL-Whittaker Youth Department*



*DATE:            *December 3, 2024

*POSITION:     *YDL *- *Youth Department Para-Professional (.5 FTE, 20
hours per week)



*ABOUT THE YDL-WHITTAKER YOUTH DEPARTMENT*

The Youth Department is a team of six (soon to be seven!) who strive to
engage youth from birth through high school and their families at the
library and beyond, by inspiring a love of learning and providing easy
access to information and diverse ideas through our collections,
technology, programs, and community connections. We plan programs and
develop collections and play spaces at the YDL-Whittaker location, but we
also work closely with the Outreach Department to serve families at schools
and local organizations throughout the community. We focus on early
learning, hands-on STEAM, creating a welcoming, inclusive environment, and
elevating youth voices.



*ABOUT THE POSITION*

The ideal candidate for this job will be passionate about serving the
community and empowering youth and parents. Para-professional duties
assigned by the YDL-Whittaker Youth Department Manager will include but are
not limited to the following:

   - Helping youth and parents find books and information in the Youth
   Department.
   - Assisting families in the use of computers, iPads, digital books, and
   other library technology.
   - Supporting librarians’ collection development work by creating book
   lists and displays, finding books requested by patrons, and helping create
   kits with educational toys and books.
   - Planning and leading library programs, including storytimes and STEM
   activities, for youth and families.
   - Attending department meetings to help set team goals and develop new
   services to meet community needs.
   - Completing special projects as assigned.
   - Supporting YDL’s community partnerships that serve and benefit
   families.

*QUALIFICATIONS*

   - Associate’s Degree or equivalent. Formal training in a child-related
   field or experience working with youth desired.
   - Demonstrated ability to work with families and youth from diverse
   populations.
   - Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal
   skills.
   - Strong commitment to providing quality customer service.
   - Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and
   use good judgment.
   - Enthusiastic and dependable team player.
   - Creative problem solving skills and flexibility to adapt to changing
   community needs.
   - Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office and social
   media tools.
   - Strong desire to engage, nurture, and mentor children birth-18, their
   parents, caregivers and teachers.
   - Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks.
   - Knowledge of children’s literature, youth development, and early
   learning concepts desired.

*HOURS          *

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



*SALARY/BENEFITS*

Hourly wage $17.98 - $21.01, dependent on experience. Pro-rated paid time
off and holidays, paid access to a telemedicine subscription, 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, & application form (available at
www.ypsilibrary.org) by Tuesday, January 7, 2025 to:



                           Human Resources
or lisa at ypsilibrary.org

                           Ypsilanti District Library

                           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.*
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