St. Charles District Library Job Posting
Children’s Librarian
Part-time 15 hours per week
Application Deadline: Friday, August 14, 2015
Hourly Children’s Librarian:
The St. Charles District Library is seeking an outgoing, people-oriented individual who is committed to children’s customer service and detail work.
Reports to Library Director.
Duties and responsibilities:
Oversees children’s services, which includes Young Adults.
Plan and organize story times for children.
Plan and organize reading programs for children and young adults.
Select materials for the children’s collection using reviews from journals provided by the library.
Weed children’s and young adult collections of outdated and worn materials at least once a year.
Attend workshops and seminars on children’s and young adult services that will increase job skills.
Participate in fund raising for children’s programs.
Work with the schools to help provide study materials to students during the school year.
Work with outside agencies in outreach programs, i.e. Headstart, School, and Migrant program, etc.
Keep Director informed on needs of the children’s department.
Provide Director with information needed for grant applications or for government surveys.
Assist library patrons, this includes searches for materials in electronic or print formats.
Assist other staff members as needed.
Perform clerk duties as needed.
Required Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
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Knowledge of library procedures, public service, Internet Resources and SirsiDynix Horizon is a plus.
Flexible schedule capabilities are a must-weekend and evening work required.
Ability to work well with other staff and patrons and good verbal communication skills are important.
Be able to physically perform the duties assigned.
Comply with the dress code.
Minimum education and experience:
High school diploma or equivalent with applicable library experience.
Must attend beginner’s workshop.
Must obtain a Certificate of Library Experience from the Library of Michigan.
This position pays at an hourly rate of $8.15. There are no benefits for this position.
If interested in this position, please contact the Director by Friday, August 14, 2015, with a letter of application and resume detailing your qualifications for the position. E-mail submissions are acceptable.
Nannette Pretzer, Director
St. Charles District Library
104 West Spruce Street
St. Charles, MI 48655
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.