BTPL- Youth Services Full-Time Librarian

Charter Township of Bloomfield•Bloomfield Township, MI

About The Position

Bloomfield Township Public Library seeks an enthusiastic, energetic librarian for its Youth Services Department. The role provides high-quality public library service in a collaborative team environment and serves young people from birth through middle school, their families, and patrons of all ages and abilities. The library is a class V library serving a population of more than 44,000, with an $11.2 million annual operating budget. Technology is integrated into library services, and the library promotes inclusivity through collections and programs for people of all ages and abilities. This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours per week, with evenings and weekends scheduled on a flexible basis. The librarian reports to the Department Head. Compensation is $28.23 per hour, with an increase after successful completion of a 90-day orientation period. The approximate start date is early January 2027.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
Professional experience working with children.
Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills, including the ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, and library users in a team environment.
Broad knowledge of literature, current trends, and developmentally appropriate practices in libraries for young people from birth through middle school and their families.
Strong commitment to providing high-quality public service to patrons of all ages and abilities.
Proficiency in modern desktop and mobile computing environments.
Ability to create, promote, and execute programs reflecting the interests and needs of the community.
Ability to lift, push, and/or pull at least 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to visually review materials and discern vocal and audible tones, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Public library work experience in Youth Services.
Recent, successful experience and passion for presenting developmentally appropriate programs for preschool-age children.
Knowledge of current and classic children’s literature and media.
Knowledge of popular culture for children and families.
Experience with selection, budgeting, and deselection of youth materials.
Expertise with Microsoft Office 365.
Familiarity with social media platforms, Canva, and WordPress content management.

Responsibilities

Deliver positive, professional service to the public.
Provide comprehensive reference and readers’ advisory services to patrons of all ages.
Plan and conduct developmentally appropriate programs for young people from birth through middle school and their families, including story times, book groups, and special youth and family programs.
Plan and conduct outreach programs for community partners, including elementary schools, middle schools, and preschools.
Participate in the selection, development, and evaluation of youth print, non-print, and electronic resources.
Prepare topical bibliographies, guides, and displays.
Provide technology instruction to patrons, including instruction on downloadable materials.
Contribute content to the Library’s website and eNewsletter.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick, personal business, holiday, and emergency time.
Paid parental leave.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Optical insurance.
Term life insurance.
Disability income insurance.
Defined contribution retirement plan.
Retiree health savings plan.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Eligibility for deferred compensation and other voluntary benefits.
Professional membership and opportunities to participate in professional development.