Public Services Librarian (Adult and Teen)
Fowlerville District Library is committed to providing a stellar customer experience for its community and guests. We are a small but growing library with plans to expand in both size and scope of services.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Library Director, the Public Services Librarian creates and implements programs and engages with the community through outreach, events, and thoughtful collaboration.
The ideal candidate is passionate about the transformative role libraries should have in the lives of the community. They are enthusiastic, creative, collaborative, and excited to deliver out-of-the-box customer experiences.
This position will be focused on adult and teen services, but experience with youth services is a plus.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides and models excellent customer service in all aspects of the job.
- Creates, plans, and implements a variety of programs and activities both in and out of the library.
- Sets and achieves library’s goals
- Provides outreach services
- Compiles and shares monthly program statistics
- Increases skills and knowledge through professional reading, webinars, and workshops.
- Writes grants and implement library grant initiatives.
- Facilitates public displays.
- Operates up-to-date technology, such as 3D printers and other innovative equipment.
- Provides patron-focused reference and reader’s advisory services for all ages using library catalog, Internet search engines, and subscription databases.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to plan, coordinate and direct work.
- Ability to always treat co-workers and the public with courtesy and respect.
- Strong written, verbal, and technological skills.
- Demonstrate emotional intelligence and ability to work through difficult situations.
- May work some nights and weekends to support programming and outreach events.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master of Library Science from ALA accredited school required.
- Minimum two years librarian experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may frequently perform these actions:
- Stand, walk, sit
- Use hands and fingers to handle books, paper, technology
- Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Submit resume and cover letter to e.peters@fowlervillelibrary.org
- Provide three professional reference contacts.
- Position open until filled.
SALARY: $31,200 - $53,040/year