Librarian, Youth Services Roseville Public Library Beginning Salary: $26.27 Per Hour The Roseville Public Library is an integral part of the dynamic City of Roseville. Our employees have an important role in the community assisting visitors in checking out physical and digital materials, providing programs, assisting with technology, advocating for libraries and encouraging the love of reading. HOURS: Part-time, year-round. Works 28 hours per week including mornings, evenings and Saturdays. Closed Saturdays June - August. DUTIES • Works primarily in the Youth Area assisting children, parents and caregivers with readers’ advisory and reference questions. • Creates, plans, implements and promotes creative youth programs under the supervision of the Youth Services Coordinator. • Participates in selection, development, cataloging, marketing and evaluation of youth collection. • Actively considers equity, diversity and inclusion in decision-making. • Develops goals and reports regarding individual and departmental activity. • Assists with grant writing and other fund-raising efforts. • Develops materials to promote the successful use of the library’s youth collection. • Develops and conducts youth outreach programs. • Assists patrons with technology questions and downloading digital content. • Is knowledgeable about current trends in youth service in public libraries. • Receives requests and concerns from patrons. Resolves issues or informs immediate supervisor. • Maintains welcoming, safe and neat environment. We have pride in our workplace. • Participates in staff meetings, workshops, conferences and community/outreach events, sometimes outside of normal library hours. • Participates in state and local professional organizations and keeps informed about current developments and trends in public library services. • Performs related duties and general library work as required. REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS • Master’s Degree (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited library science program or within one semester of graduation. Must be able to present a Librarian’s Professional Certificate from the Library of Michigan upon completion of the program. • A passion for library services to children, teens and families. • Knowledge of and coursework in children’s and young adult literature and programming. • Ability to use library-related technology, Microsoft Office Suite, social media and mobile devices and instruct patrons of all ages in their use. • Familiarity with child development principles. • Punctuality and dependability. • Communicate effectively and professionally with patrons and employees. • Ability to create short films for social media, create remote programs, use Publisher, Canva or other software to create promotional materials and update and add content to the library’s website. • Must possess a valid Michigan Driver’s License with a good driving record (based on City of Roseville standards) or a State of Michigan Identification Number. • As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must pass a background check and pre-employment physical. • The job requires moderate physical exertion such as sitting or standing in one position, viewing a computer screen for long periods and using hands and fingers in activities requiring good coordination and dexterity. The job also requires the physical strength and dexterity to handle up to 25 pounds in weight, transport loaded carts and bend and lift arms overhead. APPLY Send resume, letter of interest, signed City of Roseville employment application and graduate school transcript and proof of graduation (if applicable) to: City of Roseville, Manager’s Office, Human Resources, 29777 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, MI 48066 or email to humanresources@roseville-mi.gov or fax to 586-445-5402. City of Roseville applications are available online at www.roseville-mi.gov. Posting Date: October 20, 2023 Closing Date: Until filled. THE CITY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE Regards, Jacalynn Harvey Director Roseville Public Library 29777 Gratiot Avenue Roseville, MI 48066 586-447-4550 586-445-5407 Library General Information 586-445-5499 FAX [1506967672552_PastedImage] www.rosevillelibrary.org www.facebook.com/RosevillePublicLibraryMI<http://www.facebook.com/RosevillePublicLibraryMI> https://twitter.com/rsvlibrary https://www.instagram.com/rsvlibrary/
