Branch Librarian - Youth and Teen Focus

Salary : $22.97 Hourly

Location : Walker, MI

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 00635

Department : Walker Branch

Opening Date : 01 / 09 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 23 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : UN

Description

Performed under the general direction of branch management, exercises professional librarian skills serving as a Branch Librarian. Specific duties will vary based on branch size and area of responsibility.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides reference and information services to library patrons. Duties include, but are not limited to : receiving and answering of questions regarding collections, library services and policies; interpreting patron needs.
• Conducts research necessary to obtain sources of information; obtaining copies of information through inter and intra-library loans; assisting patrons in the use of subject specialty materials; and recording reference statistics.
• Assists patrons in their search for library materials; provides material's advisory and reference interview services as needed, by utilizing ILS, print sources, KDL electronic databases and Internet on-line tools with proficiency.
• Participates in blogging and social media in support of library initiatives and operations.
• Maintains collection, including the shifting of books, discarding of materials, requesting of replacement materials, evaluating donated materials, and displaying of new or seasonal materials. Communicates collection needs to Collection Development staff.
• Facilitates, instructs and assists Library staff, volunteers, and patrons in basic technical support, maintenance and troubleshooting in the use of a variety of library equipment such as copy machines, eReaders, basic computer hardware and software, on-line tools, and with one-on-one tech tutoring.
• Assists in planning, organizing and implementing of Library programs and special projects for KDL that meet patron needs, including underserved communities.
• Initiates and maintain community contacts.
• Pursues professional development by serving on KDL committees, and attending meetings, workshops, and conferences to maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills of pertinent Library policies, procedures and equipment.
• Participates in professional organizations; shares information by networking, teaching workshops, and preparing group presentations in the community and at local, state, and national conferences.
• Performs other clerical tasks upon request, including materials order entry, supply ordering, word processing, filing, checking in new periodicals, sorts and distributes U.S. and inter-office mail etc.
• Serves the public by checking in and out library materials, collecting money for lost and damaged materials, issues new / replacement library cards, registers new patrons and processes name and address changes.
• Effectively facilitates access to KDL's digital collection by providing demonstrations of and assistance with multiple format eReader devises and applications.
• Responsible for collection maintenance duties : sorts and shelves library materials; empties book-drop(s); shelf-reading; shifts materials; cleans, dusts, and inspects library materials for damage; discards and repairs library materials.
• Ensures circulation policies and procedures are followed for the proper handling of customer and material records for an accurate library database. This includes data entry of late, lost, damaged, and claims returned items, and patron information including necessary notes.
• Sorts, packs, unpacks, and inspects library materials received from or being delivered to other libraries.
• Runs reports and lists for item hold information and inter-library loan requests. Provides lists to others for purposes of retrieving items requested, and routes items appropriately. Contacts patrons or other libraries as necessary.
• Provides information to customers regarding the Library's circulation policies, procedures and refers issues to branch management as appropriate.
• May count, balance and record monies received through the point of sale. Forwards reconciled funds and paperwork to the Finance Department.
• May promote and process services and materials from the Library for the Talking Book and Braille Center (TBBC).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Additional Information

Kent District Library is recognized as one of the Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in West Michigan 2019. This stems from offering competitive pay, outstanding benefits and fostering excellent work-life balance, but more than anything, it comes as a result of our workplace culture and sense of purpose, which is to further all people.

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The library employment environment typically requires extensive computer keyboard and mouse activity, in-person, electronic and telephone communication skills. Meeting attendance at various branch and service center locations is expected; self-identified mode of transportation is required. The preparation, loading and carrying or moving of materials is commonly required for all KDL positions. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Recruiting and hiring practices are based solely on job-related criteria. If you require assistance or special accommodations during any part of the application process, contact the Human Resources Department at or 616-784-2226.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

Kent District Library

Full-time Employee Benefit Summary

Medical Insurance

PPO / HSA Plan - KDL pays 80% of the cost

Complimentary generic prescription drug program - KDL pays 100% of the cost

Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness & Hospitalization Plans - KDL pays 100% of the cost

24 / 7 Patient Advocacy Service provided to employee and their family for assistance in times of uncertainty and to save on the personal cost of healthcare services.

Dental Insurance

KDL pays 100% of the cost

Vision Insurance

KDL pays 100% of the cost

Paid Time Off

Vacation, Paid Holidays, Sick Leave and Floating Holidays

Retirement Plan

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan & 401(a) Match Plan

Student Loan Paydown Plan

Up to $3600 available to help pay down your student loans

Employee Assistance Center

24 / 7 assistance available to provide confidential mental health assistance

to employee at no cost

Please indicate your education / experience related to this role :

Are you able to work the schedule posted with this role : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday : 8 : 45am-5 : 15pm, Thursday : 11 : 45am-8 : 15pm. Every third Saturday : 8 : 45am-5 : 15pm?

How many years of experience do you have working in a customer service capacity?

Why did you apply for this role with Kent District Library and how do you think it will contribute to your career journey?

How many years of experience do you have in professional library work?

How many years of experience do you have in working with children?

How many years of experience do you have in working with teens?

I understand this is a Union-Represented role and the starting wage is $22.97 per hour and if I am selected for this role, this is the amount I will be offered.

If offered this position what date would you be able to start in this role?

I have provided a valid email address for each person listed as a reference. References that do not have valid email addresses will not be contacted.Please note : References will not be requested unless you are asked to interview for this position.

I have provided a valid email address and understand it is my responsibility to monitor this email account for pre-employment testing and interview opportunities. I also acknowledge that correspondence received through NEOGOV may be sent to a junk mail or spam account and I will monitor those accounts accordingly.

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