The Muskegon Area District Library is hiring a Full-Time Lead Librarian that will coordinate both the Montague Branch and the Holton Branch. The communities are friendly and are surrounded by beautiful West Michigan charm. The person to fill this position will enjoy hands-on programming for all ages, working with Friend’s groups, and creating a welcoming environment for our patrons to enjoy. Each branch has recently been renovated, with our Montague Branch boasting a Storyville. Please visit the Employment page at www.madl,org to learn more about the position and apply. To learn more about Muskegon County: https://watchmuskegon.com/

 

Union: Yes

Hours: 40 hours weekly

Wage: $21.02 hourly, with regular contracted increases

Benefits: Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, 12 paid holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, Life, MERS Defined Benefit Plan, MERS Health Care Savings Plan, 457 Plan, paid memberships, and more!

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates the operations of a branch or multiple branches including responsibilities for implementation and monitoring of all library procedures.
• Tasks include, but are not limited to circulation, interloan, technological, programming, story hours, reference, and all related library operations.
• Collaborates with the Programs Manager and other Programming staff on appropriate library programs and helps to execute those programs in a safe and responsible way.
• Provides direction and supervision to the staff and volunteers assigned to the branch and updates them on new procedures or policies.
• Operates the computerized library system, including all Internet and other on-line reference services.
• Provides instruction and assistance to patrons on the use of all library services, independently and in a classroom setting.
• Responds to reference questions or refers the questions to Administration when appropriate.
• Handles patron complaints and requests with discretion and good judgement in keeping with MADL policies.
• Maintains a well-balanced collection by participating in the book selection process, as needed, and by weeding and shelving the collection.
• Develops a thorough working knowledge of all MADL equipment used in the library.
• Communicates and builds strong community bonds by working with local community leaders.
• Attends local municipal meetings representing MADL.
• Tactfully communicates concern about the building and site to the local contact person and the administrative staff to assure proper building maintenance and operation.
• Markets the library by developing and/or assisting with public service-oriented programming and press interviews.
• Acts as back-up for other MADL branch locations.
• Maintains orderliness and sanitation in the overall cleanliness and appearance of the branch.
• Prepares and maintains required reports and records using approved formats in a timely fashion.
• Must demonstrate an interest in life-long learning by maintaining an interest in new library services and trends via reading, seminars, workshops, etc.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school
• Positively promotes and communicates the value of MADL to staff, patrons, and communities.
• Provides superior customer service.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance and works varying schedules as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• General computer proficiency, including knowledge of library software and Microsoft Office products.

Much appreciated,

Mariel