Romulus Public Library

Part-time Adult Services Librarian (29 hours/week)

Job description:

·         Select, develop and maintain adult collections, manage adult materials budget

·         Plan, prepare for and present programming for adults including computer instruction, book clubs and other adult programs

·         Manage Adult Literacy Program

·         Manage/update library website

·         Provide outreach to the community and seek partnership opportunities with community organizations

·         Assist patrons at the circulation desk in person and on the phone as needed

·         Provide reference assistant and reader’s advisory to library patrons of all ages

·         Attend staff meetings, professional meetings and continuing education workshops

·         Act as librarian in charge as needed when Director and Assistant Director are out of the office

·         Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

·         Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school

·           Eligible for Michigan Public Library Certification

·         Experience in a public services position in a public library

·         Skill in planning and presenting library programs

·           Skill in preparing program flyers and other promotional materials

·           Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with others

·         Computer literacy including use of social media, databases, proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word and Google Docs required; experience with MS Publisher,  library software and WordPress preferred

·         Ability to provide superior customer service to library users of all ages

·         Excellent proven organizational skills

·         Ability to operate standard office equipment

·         Ability to complete work in a timely manner

·         Ability to manage budgets effectively

·         Ability to work cooperatively with library staff and volunteers in a team environment

·         Ability to produce neat, accurate work within an established time frame

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills

·         Ability to lift and push up to 25 pounds

Hours: 29 hrs/wk. including some evenings and alternating Saturdays

Pay rate: $18/hr.

Benefits: none

Reports to: Library Director

HOW TO APPLY:  Submit a City of Romulus application and resume to the:

City of Romulus

Human Resources Department

11111 Wayne Road

Romulus, MI  48174

The application is available on the City’s website:  www.romulusgov.com

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED