The Muskegon Area District Library is hiring a Full-Time Lead Librarian focused on Youth Services. Our communities are friendly and surrounded by beautiful West Michigan charm. The person to fill this position will enjoy hands-on programming specifically focused on our early learner patrons, working with Friend’s groups, and creating a welcoming environment for all patrons to enjoy. Please visit the Employment page at www.madl.org to learn more about the position and apply. To learn more about Muskegon County: https://watchmuskegon.com/

 

Union: Yes

Hours: 40 hours weekly

Wage: $21.02 hourly, with regular contracted increases.

Benefits: Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, 12 paid holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, Life, MERS Defined Benefit Plan, MERS Health Care Savings Plan, 457 Plan, paid memberships, and more!

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates the operations of a branch or multiple branches including responsibilities for implementation and monitoring of all library procedures.
• Tasks include, but are not limited to circulation, interloan, technological, programming, story hours, reference, and all related library operations.
• Collaborates with the Programs Manager and other Programming staff on appropriate library programs and helps to execute those programs in a safe and responsible way.
• Provides direction and supervision to the staff and volunteers assigned to the branch and updates them on new procedures or policies.
• Operates the computerized library system, including all Internet and other on-line reference services.
• Provides instruction and assistance to patrons on the use of all library services, independently and in a classroom setting.
• Responds to reference questions or refers the questions to Administration when appropriate.
• Handles patron complaints and requests with discretion and good judgement in keeping with MADL policies.
• Maintains a well-balanced collection by participating in the book selection process, as needed, and by weeding and shelving the collection.
• Develops a thorough working knowledge of all MADL equipment used in the library.
• Communicates and builds strong community bonds by working with local community leaders.
• Attends local municipal meetings representing MADL.
• Tactfully communicates concern about the building and site to the local contact person and the administrative staff to assure proper building maintenance and operation.
• Markets the library by developing and/or assisting with public service-oriented programming and press interviews.
• Acts as back-up for other MADL branch locations.
• Maintains orderliness and sanitation in the overall cleanliness and appearance of the branch.
• Prepares and maintains required reports and records using approved formats in a timely fashion.
• Must demonstrate an interest in life-long learning by maintaining an interest in new library services and trends via reading, seminars, workshops, etc.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school
• Positively promotes and communicates the value of MADL to staff, patrons, and communities.
• Provides superior customer service.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance and works varying schedules as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• General computer proficiency, including knowledge of library software and Microsoft Office products.

 

Much appreciated,

Mariel