Part Time Librarian - Youth Services

The City of Sterling Heights is seeking a Part Time Librarian with a youth focus who is committed to the mission of the Sterling Heights Public Library and capable of providing excellent library services and programming to patrons!

The Part Time Librarian is eligible to receive a top of market compensation and a generous schedule of paid time off (PTO).

• Hourly pay starts at $27.7835/hr
• Pay increases every six (6) months and annually on July 1st
• Generous schedule of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 457 Investment options

Position Summary

The Part Time Librarian position reports to the Public Service Coordinator and is responsible for reference and readers advisory services, collection development activities, instruction in the use of the library and its resources, and updating and verifying the bibliographic content of the catalog database. The Part Time Librarian also develops and presents programs, and provides a high level of customer service to all library patrons.

The Public Library is currently seeking a Part Time Librarian for Youth Services!

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library Science *Consideration will be given to candidates currently enrolled in a Master of Library and Information Science program, obtaining their MLIS within 6 months
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge to create and conduct programs for patrons of all ages
• Ability to work evening and weekend work schedule
• Knowledge of online databases, reference resources, and public computer applications to assist the general public
• Experience with Polaris LEAP automation system
• Knowledge of popular children's reading trends
• Knowledge of tablet and mobile devices and the ability to help patrons use them to access Overdrive, Hoopla, and other digital services
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and the general public

For the full job description, click HERE.

Posting will remain open until filled.

Check out the recruitment brochures below for further information and details:

Part Time Librarian Recruitment Brochure - Youth Services

EOE/M/F/D