The Garden City Public Library is seeking applicants for the position of Part-Time Library Aide.

Job Title:  Library Aide – part time

Hours:  Average fifteen (15) hours per week, including some Saturdays and evenings.

Duties include:  Library Aide is responsible for answering general reference and reader’s advisory questions; supervising Library Clerks and Pages; assisting patrons with computers, catalog, fax, and copy machine; handling Library money; issuing library cards; cataloging materials; assisting Librarians in planning, promoting, and presenting Library programs and in creating and maintaining displays; and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:          Essential: Completion of a four-year college degree from an accredited college or university; effective oral and written communication skill; intermediate or higher skill level with computers and the Internet;

Desired: Knowledge of the SIRSI automation system, MeLCat, OverDrive, Odilo, and Zinio. One or more years of library experience.

Physical: Able to lift, push, and/or pull at least 20 pounds; able to visually review materials and discern voice and audible tones.  The type of physical demands of this job include: stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching overhead and horizontally.

Wage:                         $13.00

To apply:                    Submit cover letter, resume and three references to

   Human Resources Department
   City of Garden City
   6000 Middlebelt Rd
   Garden City, MI 48135

or via email to: cherylp@gardencitymi.org

Deadline:                   August 21, 2015

Garden City Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.