Part-time Children’s Librarian

The Clarkston Independence District Library seeks an enthusiastic, organized individual to join a positive, team-oriented work environment.

Salary:  $16.00-$22.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)

Hours:  18-27.5 hours per week

Primary job duties:

Duties include, but are not limited to:

· Initiates, plans, and conducts a variety of programs and activities to encourage the use of the library by children and teens

· Provides direct assistance to patrons with basic information regarding use of library material, equipment, and services at the combined youth/adult information desk.

· Cultivates and maintains contact with the public, schools, teachers, other libraries, state and regional library associations, and other professional organizations

· Responsible for development of assigned collections

· Attends and participates in staff meetings and discussions

· Perform other library duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or significant completion thereof

• Professional and enthusiastic attitude towards providing public library service to patrons of all ages

• Experience working with children of all ages, primarily 0-12 years

• A desire to serve the public in a positive manner

• Familiarity with popular reading materials and genre collections

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Knowledge of Integrated Library systems, Polaris preferred

• Familiarity with electronic databases and MeL resources

• Knowledge of popular office computer programs

• Ability to lift, push and/or pull at least 20 pounds

• Flexibility to work varied hours

Reports to:        Head of Children’s and Teen Services

Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references by email, mail or fax to:

Tracy Bedford, Head of Children’s and Teen Services

Clarkston Independence District Library

6495 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48346

bedfordt@cidlibrary.org

Fax: 248.625.8852

Deadline for applications: August 18, 2017 at 5:00pm

An Equal Opportunity Employer