[Michlib-l] [Job Posting] Part Time Youth Services Librarian

[Michael McEvoy]

The Northville District Library seeks an enthusiastic and innovative
individual for a part-time position to serve as one of its Youth Services
Librarians.

*Position:  Youth Services Librarian*
20 Hours per week, including some weekends and evenings
This is a Union Position

*Salary Range:*
 $26.90-$33.65 per hour based upon prior work experience

*Benefits:*
Paid time off includes sick, vacation, holiday, and personal business time.

*Essential Duties Include:*

   - Participates in community and school outreach activities
   - Plan, develops,and conducts youth programs•Develops and maintains
   youth collection areas by reviewing, evaluating, selecting, purchasing, and
   withdrawing materials
   - Provides reference, readers’ advisory, and library services support
   for users of all ages at the public Information and Reference Desks
   - Recommends changes in programs, services, and collections based upon
   new developments in the library field
   - Communicates effectively with staff and patrons
   - Serves as the Librarian-in-Charge of the building when assigned
   - Participates in Continuing Education opportunities
   - Performs related duties as assigned


*Required Qualifications:*

   - Master’s Degree in library science from an ALA-accredited college or
   university;
   Will also consider students who have completed at least one year of a
   MLS/MLIS accredited program.
   - Possess a strong commitment to serving youth patrons
   - Familiarity with social, pop culture, and technological trends that
   impact young people’s lives
   - Ability to create new services and procedures incorporating new
   theories and technologies as applicable
   - Ability to prioritize duties and tasks
   - Critical thinking skills
   - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
   - Experience in working independently and as part of a team
   - Knowledge and proficiency in MS Office, online resources, social media
   and emerging library technologies
   - Knowledge of youth literature, both current and classic, and library
   usage habits in order to manage collections and programs, as well as
   address reference queries
   - Knowledge of library functions, rules, policies, and procedures
   - Strong public service orientation


*Deadline for application: November 26,2024*
*Please submit a resume, cover letter and application to:*
Caryn Bartone, Head of Youth Services
Northville District Library
212 West Cady Street
Northville, MI 48167-1560
Email: cbartone at northvillelibrary.org
Applications can be accessed at:
https://northvillelibrary.org/?page_id=22288
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