Job Posting

Job Title: Emerging Technologies Librarian (Woods Branch)

Reports to: Branch Manager

Department: Adult Services

Job Responsibilities:

· Provide reference and reader’s advisory to patrons, through use of print and electronic resources

· Provide patron assistance and instruction in the use of library computers, catalog, electronic resources, digital downloads and Wi-Fi

· Supervise library environment to maintain safety and fair enforcement of library policies

· Collaborate with colleagues to identify, recommend and implement emerging technology for adoption by the library

· Participate in emerging tech-related outreach to the public library community

· Perform ongoing evaluation of digital resources to assess use, usability and value

· Support and manage access to the Library’s digital resources

· Provide technology training to staff as needed in cooperation with Information Technology department

· Creation and posting of content to website and online calendar, when necessary

· In cooperation with Adult Services team, present culturally relevant and thought- provoking programs to the community

· Encourage and promote communication, collaboration and excellent customer service throughout the library

· Work positively and collaboratively across departments to accomplish Library goals

· Participate in the selection of appropriate print and electronic resources for the Library, with a focus on reflecting the growing cultural diversity of the community

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (or equivalent) from ALA accredited university.

• Enthusiasm for serving the public

• Knowledge of and ability to apply collection development principles and techniques

• Ability to effectively plan and organize work

• Familiarity with electronic methods and resources to analyze collections

• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work successfully in a team environment

• Knowledge and enthusiasm for emerging information technologies and trends

• Knowledge of automated library systems and equipment

• Knowledge of current publishing practices and consumer use

• Familiarity with developing and managing collection budgets

SALARY

Salary range: $49,225-63,994 annually.

This position is currently at the Woods branch. Location of position could change at any time.

DEADLINE: March 13, 2019

Please send or email resume with cover sheet to:

Personnel Department Grosse Pointe Public Library 10 Kercheval Avenue

Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 khart@grossepointelibrary.org

PEGGY KITCHEL ASSISTANT DIRECTOR 313.343.2074 ext. 208 Expand learning, inspire creativity and connect our community grossepointelibrary.org