Hello! I'm writing to post three exciting new Outreach Services positions at the Ypsilanti District Library. Our new branch that will open this fall allows our Outreach Department to expand and innovate! Want to ride on a Bookmobile, and bring library services to patrons where they are? Read on for details! The positions are: - Full-time Outreach Librarian II -- Youth/Teen Services - Part-time Outreach Librarian II -- Youth/Teen Services - Part-time Outreach ParaProfessional -- Adult Services Applications are welcomed at the address below, or can be sent to my email. Lisa ** YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY *Job Posting: Librarian II, Outreach Services – Youth and Teen (Full Time/40 hours per week)* *Date: *July 25, 2022 When the Ypsilanti District Library opens a new branch this fall, our Outreach Services Department is getting a reboot! The Department serves the public via the YDL Bookmobile, book trike, homebound delivery service, off-site deposit collections, programs and services for older adults, school visits, library tours, community collaborations, and outreach events. We seek a dynamic and innovative librarian to join the Outreach team. YDL utilizes Outreach to close the gap between the library and those with barriers to accessing its services. The Department strives to make the library fully accessible to those who do not normally use the library, extend the library’s work outside the building walls, and develop strong relationships with communities and partner organizations. The Outreach Department represents the voices of underserved populations in library-wide planning and service delivery. *Nature of Work/Responsibilities: *Under the direction of the Head of Outreach Services, provides library outreach services to underserved members of the community, with a focus on youth and teens. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to: · Representing YDL at community events by engaging with the public, distributing information, and speaking about the Library and its services. · Making classroom visits and attending school functions to engage youth. · Regularly riding on the YDL Bookmobile, providing reference, information, and reader’s advisory services to patrons on its neighborhood routes. · Presenting storytimes and other early literacy programs on the bookmobile and at community events. · Coordinating YDL’s Summer Challenge Champions program, which brings summer learning to day campers. · Developing the bookmobile’s collection of materials, contributing to YDL’s website, and participating in library-wide planning committees. · Successfully presenting Library field trips by communicating with schools, providing age-appropriate research instruction, and organizing data for outcomes analysis. · Collaborating with partner organizations to design and execute programs that positively impact community youth. · Engaging with and supporting parent advocacy groups, such as Success by Six, Trusted Parent Advisors, Grandparents as Parents, etc. · Representing YDL in community partnership coalitions and committees, such as with Ozone House, Corner Health, Riverside Arts, YpsiWrites, etc. · Assisting local partners with their own youth initiatives, such as Ypsilanti Community Schools, Lincoln Community Schools, Rutherford Pool, and area summer lunch sites. · Participating in community celebrations, such as Juneteenth, Parkridge Summerfest, and the July 4 parade. · Filling in at public service desks when necessary to ensure excellent service · Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent from an ALA accredited institution · Enthusiastic and professional, with a passion for public service · Experience with underserved populations, such as immigrants, people of color, people with disabilities, homeless people, people living in poverty, and LGBTQ people · Knowledge of early childhood development and literacy · Reference and reader’s advisory skills, especially with children’s and young adult literature · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion · Flexible, dependable, and positive team player · Outreach experience desired *Hours: *Full-time, 40 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). *Salary/ Benefits: *Hourly wage $24.09-$28.89, dependent on experience. YDL offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off, 12 paid holidays, family health/vision/dental insurance, and contribution to a MERS retirement plan. This position is part of YDL’s AFSCME union bargaining unit. *To apply*, send resume, cover letter, and completed application form (available online at www.ypsilibrary.org) by Monday, August 8, to: Human Resources Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 Or via email to lisa@ypsilibrary.org ** *YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY* *Job Posting: Librarian II, Outreach Services – Youth and Teen* *(Part Time/20 hours per week)* *Date: *July 25, 2022 When the Ypsilanti District Library opens a new branch this fall, our Outreach Services Department is getting a reboot! The Department serves the public via the YDL Bookmobile, book trike, homebound delivery service, off-site deposit collections, programs and services for older adults, school visits, library tours, community collaborations, and outreach events. We seek a dynamic and innovative librarian to join the Outreach team. YDL utilizes Outreach to close the gap between the library and those with barriers to accessing its services. The Department strives to make the library fully accessible to those who do not normally use the library, extend the library’s work outside the building walls, and develop strong relationships with communities and partner organizations. The Outreach Department represents the voices of underserved populations in library-wide planning and service delivery. *Nature of Work/Responsibilities: *Under the direction of the Head of Outreach Services, provides library outreach services to underserved members of the community, with a focus on youth and teens. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to: · Representing YDL at community events by engaging with the public, distributing information, and speaking about the Library and its services. · Making classroom visits and attending school functions to engage youth. · Regularly riding on the YDL Bookmobile, providing reference, information, and reader’s advisory services to patrons on its neighborhood routes. · Presenting storytimes and other early literacy programs on the bookmobile and at community events. · Supporting YDL’s Summer Challenge Champions program, which brings summer learning to day campers. · Contributing to YDL’s website, and participating in library-wide planning committees. · Successfully presenting Library field trips by communicating with schools, providing age-appropriate research instruction, and organizing data for outcomes analysis. · Collaborating with partner organizations to design and execute programs that positively impact community youth. · Engaging with and supporting parent advocacy groups, such as Success by Six, Trusted Parent Advisors, Grandparents as Parents, etc. · Representing YDL in community partnership coalitions and committees, such as with Ozone House, Corner Health, Riverside Arts, YpsiWrites, etc. · Assisting local partners with their own youth initiatives, such as Ypsilanti Community Schools, Lincoln Community Schools, Rutherford Pool, and area summer lunch sites. · Participating in community celebrations, such as Juneteenth, Parkridge Summerfest, and the July 4 parade. · Filling in at public service desks when necessary to ensure excellent service · Other duties as assigned *Qualifications and Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * · Master’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent from an ALA accredited institution · Enthusiastic and professional, with a passion for public service · Experience with underserved populations, such as immigrants, people of color, people with disabilities, homeless people, people living in poverty, and LGBTQ people · Knowledge of early childhood development and literacy · Reference and reader’s advisory skills, especially with children’s and young adult literature · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion · Flexible, dependable, and positive team player · Outreach experience desired *Hours:* Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). *Salary/ Benefits: *Hourly wage $24.09-$28.89, dependent on experience. Pro-rated paid time off and holidays, and an employer contribution to a MERS retirement plan, with optional 457, FSA, and AFLAC. This position is part of YDL’s AFSCME union bargaining unit. *To apply*, send resume, cover letter, and completed application form (available online at www.ypsilibrary.org) by Monday, August 8, to: Human Resources Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 *or via email to *lisa@ypsilibrary.org ** *YPSILANTI DISTRICT LIBRARY* *Job Posting: ParaProfessional, Outreach Services – Adult Services* *(Part Time/20 hours per week)* *Date: *July 25, 2022 When the Ypsilanti District Library opens a new branch this fall, our Outreach Services Department is getting a reboot! The Department serves the public via the YDL Bookmobile, book trike, homebound delivery service, off-site deposit collections, programs and services for older adults, school visits, library tours, community collaborations, and outreach events. We seek a dynamic and innovative librarian to join the Outreach team. YDL utilizes Outreach to close the gap between the library and those with barriers to accessing its services. The Department strives to make the library fully accessible to those who do not normally use the library, extend the library’s work outside the building walls, and develop strong relationships with communities and partner organizations. The Outreach Department represents the voices of underserved populations in library-wide planning and service delivery. *Nature of Work/Responsibilities: *Under the direction of the Head of Outreach Services, provides library outreach services to underserved members of the community, with a focus on adults and seniors. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to: · Representing YDL at community events by engaging with the public, distributing information, and speaking about the Library and its services. · Coordinating Books on Wheels, YDL’s delivery service for homebound patrons. · Regularly riding on the YDL Bookmobile, providing reference, information, and reader’s advisory services to patrons on its neighborhood routes. · Making visits to senior gathering places, such as retirement homes and community centers, to engage older adults in both learning and enrichment opportunities. · Collaborating with external organizations and local agencies to design and execute Library programs that positively impact older members of the community. · Developing programs for older adults, such as YDL’s Learning Never Gets Old (LNGO) events and Senior Advisory Group. · Serving as liaison to the Washtenaw County Library for the Blind and Print Disabled. · Filling in at public service desks when necessary to ensure excellent service. · Participating in community celebrations, such as Juneteenth and July 4 parade. · Other duties as assigned *Qualifications and Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * · Associate’s Degree in a relevant field · Experience with and enthusiasm for working with older adults · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Strong commitment to public service · Enthusiastic, patient, and friendly demeanor · A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion · A valid Michigan driver’s license · Flexible, dependable, and positive team player · Public library experience preferred *Hours:* Part-time, 20 hours per week (including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). *Salary/ Benefits: *Hourly wage $17.98 - $21.01, dependent on experience. Pro-rated paid time off and holidays, and an employer contribution to a MERS retirement plan, with optional 457, FSA, and AFLAC. This position is part of YDL’s AFSCME union bargaining unit. *To apply*, send resume, cover letter, and completed application form (available online at www.ypsilibrary.org) by Monday, August 8, to: Human Resources Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197 *or via email to *lisa@ypsilibrary.org *The Ypsilanti District Library is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce, and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, or age. YDL has an internal workgroup dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with the goal of a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels, of the citizens we serve, to support a more equitable future for all.* -- Lisa Hoenig, Director Ypsilanti District Library 5577 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, MI 48197 (734) 879-1300 www.ypsilibrary.org [image: Small logo for signature]
