[Michlib-l] Substitute Reference Librarian Posting

Barbara Beaton barbara at milanlibrary.org
Tue Jul 16 14:05:11 EDT 2024


Milan Public Library
Substitute Reference Librarian

Job Summary:
The substitute reference librarian provides reference service, reader’s advisory and assistance with public workstations, MEL and other electronic resources, software and internet searching.  A substitute librarian may be called upon to provide support for programs, displays, and other projects as needed.

Duties:

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Conducting reference interviews to determine patron’s needs.
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Providing reference and reader’s advisory service to all patrons as needed, in-person, by email or telephone.
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Assisting library users with the online catalog, MEL databases, Overdrive, Hoopla, E-readers etc.
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Assisting with program support as needed.
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Maintaining proper learning environment through enforcement of library policies and procedures
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Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

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MLS from an ALA accredited library school.
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Ability to provide high quality library service to patrons of all ages.
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Demonstrated knowledge of public library materials and resources.
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Ability to prioritize duties and tasks and work independently.
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Experience with Microsoft Office, Firefox and Chrome.
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Availability to work shifts of 2-6 hours (sometimes on short notice).  The Library is open 44 hours per week).

Physical Requirements:

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Seeing, hearing, speaking, keyboarding, using technology (computers, scanners, printers, copiers).
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Bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting.
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Carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
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Standing, walking, sitting for periods of time.

Wages:
$18/per hour; no benefits are attached to this position.

To Apply:  Send cover letter and resume to Barbara Beaton, Assistant Director, barbara at milanlibrary.org or c/o Milan Public Library, 151 Wabash St., Milan, MI 48160.   No calls please.



Barbara Beaton

Assistant Director/Reference Librarian

Milan Public Library

Milan, MI 48160

734-439-1240

www.milanlibrary.org<http://www.milanlibrary.org>

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