Librarian I (Part-time) - Children's Services

City of Livonia, MI•Livonia, MI

36d•$27 - $32

About The Position

An employee in this classification has training and/or work experience in children's services. Duties will include programming and reference services. This position works under the direction of the Head of Children's Services, who will foster creativity and collaboration and provide guidance in various situations. An employee in this classification will: Perform reference searches and readers' advisory Perform general reference work, book reviewing, and purchasing Develop special programs for children, tweens, or teens Assist patrons in the use of the library Prepare displays and exhibits Perform other duties as assigned Part-time positions are required to work a regular schedule of a minimum of 20 hours per week. There will be some limited opportunities to work additional hours based on the operational needs of the library. This position is represented by the AFSCME Local 192 bargaining unit.. This part-time position will provide critical support during library operational hours and assist with off-site programming. This position will primarily report to the Bennett Civic Center Library but will be required to work shifts at both the Bennett Civic Center Library and the Carl Sandburg Branch Library.

Requirements

Be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien with the right to work in the United States
Possess a master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university; or
Have at least 18 credit hours towards a master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university
Have a minimum of two years of experience providing direct service to the public
Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
Candidates must present proof of 18 credit hours or their master's degree at the time of application
As a condition of employment, candidates must obtain their master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university within 18 months of employment
Knowledge of Library Services and reference materials
Knowledge of Books and authors
Knowledge of Professional practices and techniques of library science
Knowledge of On-line library systems and information resources
Knowledge of Principles of training and supervision
Ability to Use on-line resources and personal computers
Ability to Select books and fill needs of patrons
Ability to Perform reference and reader's advisory work
Ability to Use and explain library resources
Ability to Establish and maintain cooperative relationships
Ability to Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to Develop and promote special library programs
Ability to Maintain complex records and prepare reports
Ability to Make routine arithmetic calculations
Ability to use MS Office and other computer programs
Ability to Work evenings and weekends
Appointees must satisfactorily complete a six-month probationary period before the appointment will be considered regular.