Youth Services Coordinator
The Dowagiac District Library
is seeking an energetic and motivated individual to provide top-notch
programming and library services to youth of all ages. A bachelor’s degree or higher is required and
recent MLS/MLIS graduates are encouraged to apply.
Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Library Director,
performs professional library work related to:
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Planning, organizing, and
executing library programs and activities designed for children ages birth
through grade 12, including the Summer Reading Program.
·
Submitting press releases on
programs to local media outlets.
·
Coordinating in-house
activities with staff.
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Assisting patrons in the selection
and use of library materials and electronic resources.
·
Developing and maintaining
library collections and program supplies within the Children’s Department.
·
Performing outreach to area
schools, daycares, and others to promote the Library.
·
Providing excellent customer
service and management of the children’s circulation desk.
·
Participating in continuing
education opportunities, including attending conferences and meetings.
·
Processing children’s
materials for the collections.
·
Performing other duties as
assigned.
Job Requirements:
·
Requires a bachelor’s degree
and experience working with children and teens.
·
Masters in Library and
Information Science candidates preferred.
·
Strong knowledge of
children’s books and series.
·
Experience with eBooks,
tablets, and other current technologies.
·
Excellent oral and written
communication skills.
·
Self-motivated and creative.
·
Strong organizational
skills.
Hours: 40 hours per week,
including one Saturday a month and one evening a week.
Salary: $27,000-$30,000/yr.
depending on experience. Benefits
include health/dental/vision insurance and paid time off.
To Apply: Email cover letter, resume,
and program description writing sample to Library Director Matt Weston at mweston@dowagiacdl.org. Applications received by
5:00pm Tuesday, April 5th will be given first consideration.
Program Description Writing Sample:
In one paragraph, write a program description
for a special children’s or teen library program of your choice, as it might
appear on the Library’s website or in the local paper.
**The Dowagiac District Library is an equal opportunity employer**
Matt Weston, Library Director
Dowagiac District Library
211 Commercial St.
Dowagiac, MI 49047
269-782-3720