
Greetings, All-- Do you really, really like order and organization? Do you like to sing the Alphabet song? Perhaps you dream of working in libraries and don't know where to start. Have we got a job for you! Adult Services Page (for full posting, please go here: https://btpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/2019.12_AS-Page.pdf) HOURS: Part-time, year-round, approximately 10-12 hours weekly, including evenings and weekends. WAGE & BENEFITS: $9.90 per hour with increase possible upon successful completion of three month orientation period. REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM: * Able to lift, bend, and stoop to shelve materials * Able to push or pull carts weighing at least 20 pounds * Desire to serve the public in a positive manner * Able to visually review materials and discern vocal and audible tones * Computer/keyboard experience DESIRABLE: Public library work experience RESPONSIBILITIES: DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: * Shelving books in fiction section alphabetically by author’s last name and by title under the author * Shifting older magazines to the Magazine Storage room * Pushing heavily loaded cart of materials from Circulation work area * Straightening and shelving books in our HITS collection * Shelving books in non-fiction by Dewey number and cutter (author) letters * Shifting several ranges of books to make room for new materials * Directing patrons to the appropriate desk for assistance * Taking reading group books to Magazine Storage. * Reading shelves to make sure materials are in order * Photocopying flyers for public * Filling notepaper and pencil holders at each computer terminal * Cutting recycled paper into notepaper size * Loading materials on to book carts * Assisting staff at programs by handing out flyers, assisting presenters, and cleaning up * Looking up books in circulation module for statistics If you're still reading, actually noticed this comment, and all of this sounds exciting, you should definitely follow the instructions below and apply: APPLICATION, RESUME, COVER LETTER: Due Friday, January 10. A resume, cover letter, and a clerical skills test must accompany your application. The application and the test are available at the Library’s Welcome Desk. The application is also available on the Library’s website at btpl.org/about-us/employment-volunteer/ Mail to: Careers Bloomfield Township Public Library 1099 Lone Pine Road Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 OR email to careers@btpl.org Best Regards, Linden Godlove Administrative Assistant Bloomfield Township Public Library ***************