The Clarkston Independence District Library seeks a creative, enthusiastic librarian to join a positive, team-oriented work environment and lead our adult services department. 

Head of Adult Services

Hours:                  40 hours per week, includes some evenings and weekends

Salary:                  $48,000-$64,000 depending on qualifications and experience

Benefits:             Health, dental, and optical insurance; Disability and life insurance; Vacation, sick and personal days; Retirement plan.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

· Develop collections and manage budgets for adult services department.

· Collaborate with community organizations to promote the Library.

· Design a variety of activities to promote use of the Library by adults.

· Manage a team of adult services librarians.

· Write and oversee schedules.

· Assist patrons of all ages in obtaining information in a variety of formats.

· Provide readers’ advisory services to patrons of all ages.

· Instruct patrons individually and in small groups in the use of library resources and equipment.

· Develop Library policies and procedures with administrative team.

· Coordinate volunteer projects for adult volunteers.

· Update Adult Services portion of the Library’s website.

Required Qualifications:

· MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited institution.

· Experience working with adults & enthusiastic commitment to adult services.

· Supervisory experience.

· Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to work independently and as a team leader.

· Public library/reference desk experience.

· Experience working with an ILS, Polaris preferred.

· Collection development experience.

· Desire and ability to provide excellent customer service.

Reports to:         Library Director

Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references by email to:

Julie Meredith, Library Director

juliem@cidlibrary.org

Deadline for applications: Monday, July 23, 2018 at 5:00pm

An Equal Opportunity Employer