Good afternoon, The Adrian District Library has the following job opportunity available: *AVAILABLE POSITION:* Youth Services Librarian *WORK SCHEDULE: * 40 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours *PAY RATE:* Starting wage is $24.95 per hour, commensurate with experience; benefits include health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays *JOB SUMMARY:* The person in this position plans and executes services and programs for the Youth Services and Teen Services Departments of the public library, including materials selection, reference and readers advisory services, programming, outreach, and any other library-related work as required. They oversee development of the library’s youth and teen collections, including reference materials and electronic collections. Additionally, they provide service to the public required at the library’s service desks. They occasionally act as Librarian in Charge (LIC) in the absence of the library director and assistant director. A complete job description is available on the library’s website at www.adrian.lib.mi.us. *REQUIREMENTS:* A Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school. Students currently enrolled in a graduate program of library and information studies will be considered for the position at a lower starting pay rate until they have received the degree. Previous experience working in a public library setting and/or working with children is highly desirable. The position requires a commitment to customer service excellence, excellent oral and written communication skills, expertise with computer technology and an understanding of its potential in providing high quality library services. The successful candidate must have the ability to organize multiple assignments and to work independently. The position requires demonstrated initiative and a creative approach to attaining departmental goals as well as the ability to enforce library policies and procedures. Additionally, to perform the essential functions of the position, an individual will be required to maintain a physical condition necessary for sitting, moving, and/or standing for long periods of time; lifting or carrying light to moderately heavy objects; operating assigned equipment, including computers. *APPLY:* Submit resume with cover letter providing details of relevant experience to: Jen Wrzesinski, Library Director, Adrian District Library, 143 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI 49221 or jwrzesinski@adrian.lib.mi.us. *DEADLINE:* Open until filled. Anticipated start date is December 4, 2023. *The Adrian District Library does not discriminate in its employment practices. * Thank you, Jen -- Jen Wrzesinski (she/her) Library Director Adrian District Library 143 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI 49221 517.265.2265 jwrzesinski@adrian.lib.mi.us