Hello! The Ypsilanti District Library has an opening for a part-time Youth Para-professional at our Whittaker Road location. Applications are welcomed at the address 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 [image: Small logo for signature] ** *J O B P O S T I N G* *YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY* *Part-Time Para-Professional -- YDL-Whittaker Youth Department* *DATE: *December 3, 2024 *POSITION: *YDL *- *Youth Department Para-Professional (.5 FTE, 20 hours per week) *ABOUT THE YDL-WHITTAKER YOUTH DEPARTMENT* The Youth Department is a team of six (soon to be seven!) who strive to engage youth from birth through high school and their families at the library and beyond, by inspiring a love of learning and providing easy access to information and diverse ideas through our collections, technology, programs, and community connections. We plan programs and develop collections and play spaces at the YDL-Whittaker location, but we also work closely with the Outreach Department to serve families at schools and local organizations throughout the community. We focus on early learning, hands-on STEAM, creating a welcoming, inclusive environment, and elevating youth voices. *ABOUT THE POSITION* The ideal candidate for this job will be passionate about serving the community and empowering youth and parents. Para-professional duties assigned by the YDL-Whittaker Youth Department Manager will include but are not limited to the following: - Helping youth and parents find books and information in the Youth Department. - Assisting families in the use of computers, iPads, digital books, and other library technology. - Supporting librarians’ collection development work by creating book lists and displays, finding books requested by patrons, and helping create kits with educational toys and books. - Planning and leading library programs, including storytimes and STEM activities, for youth and families. - Attending department meetings to help set team goals and develop new services to meet community needs. - Completing special projects as assigned. - Supporting YDL’s community partnerships that serve and benefit families. *QUALIFICATIONS* - Associate’s Degree or equivalent. Formal training in a child-related field or experience working with youth desired. - Demonstrated ability to work with families and youth from diverse populations. - Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. - Strong commitment to providing quality customer service. - Ability to function in a professional manner, work independently, and use good judgment. - Enthusiastic and dependable team player. - Creative problem solving skills and flexibility to adapt to changing community needs. - Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office and social media tools. - Strong desire to engage, nurture, and mentor children birth-18, their parents, caregivers and teachers. - Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks. - Knowledge of children’s literature, youth development, and early learning concepts desired. *HOURS * Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). *SALARY/BENEFITS* Hourly wage $17.98 - $21.01, dependent on experience. Pro-rated paid time off and holidays, paid access to a telemedicine subscription, and an employer contribution to a MERS retirement plan, with optional 457, FSA, and AFLAC. This position is part of YDL’s AFSCME union bargaining unit. *TO APPLY* Send resume, cover letter, & application form (available at www.ypsilibrary.org) by Tuesday, January 7, 2025 to: Human Resources or lisa@ypsilibrary.org Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 *The Ypsilanti District Library is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce, and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, or age. YDL has an internal workgroup dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with the goal of a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels, of the citizens we serve, to support a more equitable future for all.*
