The Ypsilanti District Library is looking for Librarians interested in joining our substitute pool.  Applications are welcomed at the address in the posting below, or can be sent to my email.

Lisa

Lisa Hoenig, Director

Ypsilanti District Library

5577 Whittaker Road

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

(734) 879-1300

www.ypsilibrary.org

Date:                                   March 14, 2019

Position:                             Substitute Librarian

Nature of Work:

Under the direction of the Adult Services, Youth Services, Outreach Services, or Branch Head, performs professional reference work, helping patrons of all ages use the library.

· Provides quick, accurate and friendly reference and reader’s advisory services to the public, using print as well as electronic resources.

· Assists patrons with library technology such as the library catalog, databases, streaming content services, eBooks, photocopiers and printers, self-service checkout, public computer stations and the Internet.

· Provides community information and referral services.

· Follows and enforces all library rules, policies, procedures and patron privacy laws.

Qualifications:

· Master’s Degree in Library/ Information Science from an ALA-accredited school.

· Experience in public library reference work.

· Familiarity with print and electronic reference sources, Internet sites, and office software.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Strong commitment to public service excellence.

· Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment.

· Flexible, dependable, and willing to work at a variety of locations on call.

· Enthusiastic, positive team player.

· Proficiency in using computers and high-level Internet searching skills.

· Ability to return to tasks after frequent interruptions.

· Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

· Ability to work with diverse populations at all levels of learning.

Time/Hours:

Hours of employment and departmental assignments will vary.  May include daytime, evening, or weekend hours, including some Sundays.  No permanent hours or schedule are implied.

Salary/Benefits:

$17.00/hour.  No benefits.

Position open until filled.

To Apply:                           Send resume, cover letter, & application form

(available at www.ypsilibrary.org) to:

                                             Human Resources

                                             Ypsilanti District Library

                                             5577 Whittaker Road

                                             Ypsilanti, Michigan  48197

                                             or lisa@ypsilibrary.org

Applications received by Friday, March 29, will be given full consideration.

YDL is an Equal Opportunity Employer