Hi!

We have an opening for a PT Librarian position available at the Sterling Heights Public Library! Information about the position is below.

Tammy

EMPLOYMENT OPPPORTUNITY
Applications are available on-line at www.sterling-heights.net or
City of Sterling Heights Human Resources Office,
40555 Utica Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
                                   
PART TIME LIBRARIAN

SALARY:        $23.0232/hr to $25.8584/hr  (No benefits) This is a 23-30 hours per week position that includes two evenings, every other Saturday, and every fifth Sunday (during the school year).

HOW TO APPLY:
Application must be made on an official City application form which may be obtained at the Human Resources Office or complete an online application at www.sterling-heights.net.  Official City application must be completed in full. Official college transcripts required upon hire. Applicants will be notified by email as to their status in the process. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, August 17, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. The Human Resources phone number is: 586-446-2315. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under supervision of the Public Services Area Coordinator, this position is responsible for reference and readers advisory services, collection development activities for various adult collections, instruction in the use of the library and its resources, and programming for adults.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides information, reference, and referral services in Adult Services.
Selects, evaluates, and weeds materials for specific areas of collection.
Provides instruction in the use of print and digital resources.
Develops and/or presents programs for adults.

REQUIREMENTS:
Masters Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA college or university.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Physical strength and dexterity to handle materials and boxes up to 25 pounds in weight and to transport loaded book carts.
Ability to work evening and weekend work schedule.
Knowledge of online databases, reference resources, and public computer applications to assist the general public.
Experience with the SirsiDynix automation system.
Knowledge of tablet and/or mobile devices used for accessing Overdrive, Zinio, Freegal, and other digital services.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and the general public.

PARTS & WEIGHTS OF EXAMINATION:
Oral . . . . . . . . . . . . .  100%
NOTE:  Applicants are required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen to be conducted by a physician authorized by the City of Sterling Heights prior to start date. 

PURPOSE:
The purpose of this exam is to fill one position.

LAST DATE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS:  August 17, 2016 by 5:00 p.m.  

Disability Accommodation:  Disabled persons needing accommodations for employment must notify the employer in writing within 182 days after the need is known.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MALE\FEMALE\DISABILITY           

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Tammy Turgeon
Director
Sterling Heights Public Library
40255 Dodge Park
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
586-446-2640

Director
Suburban Library Cooperative
44750 Delco Blvd
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
586-685-5750