Romulus Public Library

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

 

Job description:

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

·         Select, develop and maintain adult collections as assigned

·         Plan, prepare for and present programming for adults including computer instruction classes

·         Manage Adult Literacy Program

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

·         Manage Circulation Desk including keeping staff informed, maintaining reference sources and procedural documentation, accepting meeting room applications, and responding to patron issues

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

·         Order supplies

·         Attend staff meetings, professional meetings and workshops for continuing education

·         Act as librarian in charge as needed when Director is out of the office

·         Work with volunteers as they are available to provide excellent service and programming

·         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 or equivalent experience

·         Skill in planning and presenting library programs

·         Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with others

·         Computer literacy including use of databases and word processing required; experience with SIRSI preferred

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

·         Ability to operate standard office equipment

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

·         Ability to produce neat, accurate and timely 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