The Portland District Library is looking for a full-time youth librarian to join our team. WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, 38 hours per week, including some evening and weekend hours SALARY RANGE: $28,000 – 40,000; benefits include health, insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, numerous continuing education opportunities, and paid membership in a professional organization. JOB SUMMARY: The Youth Librarian is responsible for coordinating and evaluating the delivery of library services to youth, providing direct public services at the Youth Desk, and participating in collection development activities. Daily activities may include working with the library director to develop budgets, coordinating the efforts of 2-4 part-time staff members to provide excellent service to youth, developing special projects to enhance the library experience for patrons ages birth to 18, and performing outreach and promoting the youth services department within the community. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree with a preferred minimum of 2 years public library experience. Commitment to customer service excellence. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Expertise with computer technology and an understanding of its potential in providing high quality library services. Ability to organize multiple assignments and work independently. Demonstrated initiative and creative approach to attaining departmental goals. Knowledge of youth and teen literature and the philosophy and techniques of library service for children and teens. Additionally, to perform the essential functions of the position, an individual may be required to maintain a physical condition necessary for sitting, walking, and/or standing for long periods of time; lifting or carrying light to moderately heavy objects; operating assigned equipment, including computers. APPLY: Send resume with cover letter and contact information for three references to: Cory Grimminck, Library Director, Portland District Library, 334 Kent Street, Portland, MI 48875. DEADLINE: Application materials will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 8. The Portland District Library does not discriminate in its employment practices.