Job Description

JOB TITLE:               Librarian - Substitute

REPORTS TO:           Head of Information Services 

The Novi Public Library is a vibrant, fast-paced class six library located within Oakland County. The Library was awarded the "Community Builder Award" in 2021 from the Novi Chamber of Commerce for its innovative approach to reaching its community by introducing the first self-service kiosk in Michigan, called Lakeshore Lending Library. We proudly serve a diverse community with a population of 65,000+. We are committed to serving our guests with exceptional customer service through innovative programming, cutting-edge technology in our iCube Makerspace, and expertly trained staff. In order to meet the needs of our diverse population, we have increased staff awareness and education of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives through organizational-wide training.  We have created NPL @ Your Door, a mail delivery service, to meet the needs of the Novi community who may have less access to the building, and advanced our ongoing commitment to "Inspire, Inform and Include" all individuals who walk through our doors. Join our team!

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides readers’ advisory and reference services using a variety of collections, materials and formats.
2. Promotes programming services appropriate to the needs of the community.
3. Trains and assists guests with day-to-day computer questions and using Library technology.
4. Adapts and responds to multiple priorities, interruptions and demands, and resolves problem situations in a positive manner.
5. Enforces library policies relevant to public use; responds to emergencies and provides support, as needed; acts quickly, exercising good judgment.