Hello Library Lovers, The beautiful, waterfront community of Harrison Township has an opening for a part-time Library Associate. The position details are below and available on our website <https://htlibrary.org/about-the-library/employment/>. Please feel free to forward and post as you see fit. Position: Library Associate, part-time, 10-15 hours per week Reports to: Library Director or other staff as assigned Hourly rate: $10.50/hr. Start date and process: Applications accepted through June 11th. Interviews begin the week of June 17th with an anticipated start date as soon as possible. The Harrison Township Public Library is a Class IV library with a service population just under 25,000. Harrison Township is a beautiful waterfront community located on Lake St. Clair with a number of local recreational activities for outdoor enthusiasts. The library was first established as a community-funded entity in 2015 and continues to grow. HTPL is seeking a personable, enthusiastic individual to join us on our journey. Library Associates form the backbone of HTPL’s staff and serve many diverse roles. Duties include but are not limited to: - Provide in-person or over-the-phone service to library patrons, volunteers, and staff - Perform all circulation desk operations - Process library materials - Collect/negotiates monetary charges - Provide readers’ advisory and reference services - Provide computer assistance including but not limited to Microsoft Office, email, online searches, social media, and the library’s print management system - Assist patrons with electronic resources - Accuracy with mathematical computations, such as counting money and making change - Assist with programs as needed - Shelve library materials properly as well as sort and file alphabetically - Other tasks as assigned Minimum qualifications: - High School Diploma - Positive, proactive customer-oriented attitude - Excellent verbal communications skills - Computer proficiency including Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word and Excel, web utilities including email and searching - Flexibility in scheduling including nights and weekends - Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, kneel, and crouch Preferred qualifications: - Customer service experience - Previous library experience Apply: Please see the application details on our website. <https://htlibrary.org/about-the-library/employment/> --- Melissa Goins Library Director *Connect with me on LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-goins-ab5893a5>* Harrison Township Public Library 38255 L'Anse Creuse, Ste. A Harrison Township, MI 48045 (586)329-1261 www.htlibrary.org