Kent District Library is hiring: Assistant Branch Librarian (ABL) - 24 hrs./wk.

Salary : $16.00 Hourly

Location : Grand Rapids, MI

Job Type : Part-time

Job Number : 00643

Department : Plainfield Township Branch

Opening Date : 02 / 12 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 26 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : UN

Description

Under the general direction of branch management, performs a variety of services in support of patron service. Specific duties will vary in variety and volume depending on location.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous work experience in a library or retail setting preferred.
• Basic clerical skills including computer and telephone skills.
• Knowledge of popular culture and various genres of material in the library collection.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary for routine calculations.
• Working knowledge and understanding of KDL policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with general supervision and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with staff and customers in a highly effective and courteous manner. Bilingual (English / Spanish) preferred.
• Skills necessary to effectively provide leadership and guidance to less experienced circulation staff.
• Visual acuity necessary to retrieve library materials from shelves or storage areas.
• Physical ability to push / pull fully loaded book carts, retrieve or place materials above shoulder or below knee level, and lift / carry materials and delivery bags weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Hearing ability to answer telephone and customer inquiries.
• Manual dexterity, visual acuity and sufficient keyboarding / PC skills to effectively access information on the computer.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment including computer, cash register, fax and copy machine.
• Ability to travel between work locations and related places of business as needed.
• Generally will work within a normal office environment, with minimal discomfort due to extreme temperatures, dust, and noise.
• Requires occasional travel between KDL locations, and may include out of county travel for meetings and conferences.
• The schedule associated with this role is : Regular : M 8 : 30-5 : 00, T 8 : 30-5 : 00, Th 11 : 45-8 : 15; Every Fourth Week : M 8 : 30-2 : 00, Th 11 : 45-8 : 15, Sa 8 : 45-5 : 15, Su 12 : 45-5 : 15
• Frequent sitting / standing in one position for extended periods of time.

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

Part-time Employee Benefit Summary

Paid Time Off

PTO and Floating Holidays

Retirement Plan

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

Medical

Family access to complimentary generic prescription drug program at no cost to employee

Family access to supplemental Accident & Critical Illness Plans

at no cost to employee

Dental

Dental plan covering preventive services available for purchase

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

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

Are you able to work the schedule posted for this role : Regular : M 8 : 30-5 : 00, T 8 : 30-5 : 00, Th 11 : 45-8 : 15; Every Fourth Week : M 8 : 30-2 : 00, Th 11 : 45-8 : 15, Sa 8 : 45-5 : 15, Su 12 : 45-5 : 15?

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

Are you physically able to push / pull fully loaded book carts and flatbed carts, retrieve or place materials above shoulder or below knee level, and lift / carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds?

What about this particular position inspired you to apply for the role?

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.

I understand this is a union-represented position and the wage is determined by the collective bargaining agreement. The starting wage for this role is $16.00 and this is the rate of pay I will be offered should I be selected for this role.

Required Question

Salary : $16