Do you have a passion for getting little ones reading and making tired parents smile? Do you want to spend as much time outside of the library as in the library meeting people and helping us motivate readers of all ages? Are you tired of boring websites and want to be a part of making something new and easier to use? We would love to meet you! *Early Literacy Librarian (Part-Time)* The Grand Ledge Area District Library is a Class IV library in a thriving suburb west of Lansing with a service population of 16,000 people and annual operating budget of $750,000. We want your ideas on how to enhance our collections (90K items), draw new users to the library (70K annual visitors), and create new readers (98K annual circulation). Lots to do in Grand Ledge and the greater Lansing area (music, plays, arts, river, parks) and we love a parade! *Major duties* include promoting early literacy to children and adults throughout the library’s entire service area (on-site and off-site) through programming, collection development, and digital services. Also responsible for assisting with website development and innovation to meet patron’s changing informational needs. See http://grandledge.lib.mi.us/about-us/jobs for complete job description. *QUALIFICATIONS:* Candidates should be innovative and enthusiastic; be able to communicate effectively; know how to adapt to a fast-paced work environment; enjoy collaboration; and be able to serve the public cheerfully. · Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution, as well as experience in a public library environment. *SALARY:* $18.00 per hour (negotiable based upon experience) *HOURS: 24 hours per week*—schedule includes some evening hours. In addition, participate in weekend desk coverage on a monthly rotation. *BENEFITS:* Limited benefits include annual paid personal time, life insurance/disability package, holidays, and 1% matching 457 retirement plan *SUBMIT:* Letter of interest, completed job application, contact information for three professional references and resume. *APPLY TO:* Lise Mitchell, Library Director, Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E. Jefferson, Grand Ledge, MI 48837, grandledgelibrary.adm@gmail.com *APPLICATION DEADLINE:* Position open until filled -- Lise Mitchell, Director Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E. Jefferson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 gladldirector@gmail.com 517-622-3550 direct 517-627-7014 Library 517-627-6276 fax