Position: Youth Services Specialist, Part-time, 15 hours per week
Reports to: Library Director or other staff as assigned
Hourly rate: $20.00 per hour for successful Master’s Degree candidate
Start date: Interviews to begin immediately. Position expected to begin after July 13.
The Harrison Township Public Library is transitioning from a volunteer-run institution to a staff-led
organization. HTPL is seeking a number of personable, enthusiastic individuals to join us on this journey. Get in on the ground floor of a growing library!
The Youth Services Specialist is crucial to HTPL’s program of public service. Duties include:
· Planning and implementing innovative children’s programs at HTPL and offsite as required
· Developing Youth print, audio-visual, and digital collections including ordering and weeding
· Providing computer assistance including but not limited to Microsoft Office, email, online searches, printing using our print management system, and social media
· Assisting patrons with Overdrive ebook and audiobook download service, the Library’s in-house OPACs, MeLCat, and MeL databases
· Staffing the Circulation Desk including patron check-out
· Processing library materials
· Collecting/negotiating fines and fees
· Other tasks as assigned
Minimum qualifications:
· Masters degree in Library Science or its equivalent from an ALA accredited school preferred, will
consider non-MLIs applicants for this position
· Demonstrated knowledge of children’s programming and materials
· Positive, proactive customer-oriented attitude
· Excellent verbal and written communications skills
· Computer proficiency including Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Publisher, online services such as Overdrive and MEL, web utilities including email and searching
· Flexibility in scheduling including nights and weekends
· Ability to lift 25 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, kneel, and crouch
Preferred qualifications:
· Successful experience with Youth Services programming and collection development
· Customer service experience
Please submit resume, cover letter, and three professional references to (email preferred):
Harrison Township Public Library
Attn: Dan Hutchins, Director
38151 L’Anse Creuse Street
Harrison Township, MI 48045
dhutchins@htplib.org
Applications available at:
Current HTPL volunteers and those with previous library experience will receive first consideration.
Dan Hutchins, Director
Harrison Township Public Library
38151 L'Anse CreuseHarrison Township, MI 48045
http://www.htplib.org
586-329-1261
dhutchins@htplib.org