The Grand Ledge Area District Library is a Class IV library in a thriving suburb west of Lansing with a service population of 16,000 people and annual operating budget of $750,000.  We want your ideas on how to enhance our collections (90K items), draw new users to the library (70K annual visitors), and create new readers (98K annual circulation).  Lots to do in Grand Ledge and the greater Lansing area (music, plays, arts, river, parks) and we love a parade! 

Major duties include promoting early literacy to children and adults throughout the library’s entire service area (on-site and off-site) through programming, collection development, and digital services.   Also responsible for assisting with website development and innovation to meet patron’s changing informational needs.  See http://grandledge.lib.mi.us/about-us/jobs for complete job description.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates should be innovative and enthusiastic; be able to communicate effectively; know how to adapt to a fast-paced work environment; enjoy collaboration; and be able to serve the public cheerfully. 

·         Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution, as well as experience in a public library environment. 

SALARY:   $18.00 per hour  (negotiable based upon experience)

HOURS:   24 hours per week—schedule includes some evening hours.  In addition, participate in weekend desk coverage on a monthly rotation. 

BENEFITS: Limited benefits include annual paid personal time, life insurance/disability package, holidays, and 1% matching 457 retirement plan

SUBMIT: Letter of interest, completed job application, contact information for three professional references and resume.

APPLY TO:   Lise Mitchell, Library Director, Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E. Jefferson, Grand Ledge, MI 48837, grandledgelibrary.adm@gmail.com

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Position open until filled