POSITION: Lead Librarian I - Youth Services CLASS: Union/ Full-Time LOCATION: North Muskegon "Walker Memorial" Branch Library WAGE: $21.02 APPLICATION: https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/CareerHome.action?clientId=8a7883d07c5... DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW: * Manages the operations of a branch or multiple branches including responsibilities for implementation and monitoring of all library procedures to meet the needs and interests of patrons. * Assists with program development for youth ages. * Creates or assists with the development of materials used for programming or patron services. * Tasks include, but are not limited to circulation, inter-loan, technological, programming, story hours, reference, and all related library procedures. * Provides direction and supervision to the staff and volunteers assigned to the branch and updates them on new procedures. * Operates the computerized library system, including all Internet and other online reference services. * Provides instruction and assistance to patrons on the use of all library services, independently and in a classroom setting. * Responds to reference questions or refers the questions to Administration when appropriate. * Handles patron complaints and requests with discretion and good judgement in keeping with MADL policies. * Maintains a well-balanced collection by participating in the book selection process, as needed, and by weeding or shelving the collection. * Develops a thorough working knowledge of all MADL equipment used in the library. * Communicates and builds strong community bonds by working with local community leaders. * Attends local municipal meetings representing MADL. * Tactfully communicates concern about the building and site to the local contact person and the administrative staff to assure proper building maintenance and operation. * Markets the library by developing and/or assisting with public service-oriented programming and press interviews. * Maintains orderliness in the appearance of the branch, including cleaning or sanitation measures. * Prepares and maintains required reports and records using approved formats in a timely fashion. * Must demonstrate an interest in life-long learning by maintaining an interest in new library services and trends via reading, seminars, workshops, etc. Mariel Chandler HR/Payroll Manager 231-737-6248 x112 | madl.org<http://www.madl.org> 4845 Airline Rd. Suite 5 | Muskegon, MI 49444 [cid:Facebook_4114b57e-72de-42e7-86da-c6cd8d1bd30b.png]<https://www.facebook.com/MuskegonAreaDistrictLibrary/?ref=br_rs> [cid:Youtube_b7788158-662e-4a21-abe7-e4993d46d76d.png] <https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3p73nXZ_UJBCLvmNkns5gQ> [cid:instagram2_50b9da65-adf0-4545-8286-b6a3ef1dfc8a.png] <https://www.instagram.com/madl_pics/> <https://twitter.com/madltweets> [cid:LinkedIn_e8acde6a-34ef-4044-9ae8-3611c2d7fb9c.png] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/muskegon-area-district-library/> <https://plus.google.com/+MuskegonAreaDistrictLibraryAdministrationLBPH> [cid:NewMADLLogotiny_e82d282b-5ca6-48c9-8c53-46dd2a6380ad.png]