Part-time Librarian

Waldron District Library has for the past three decades made a positive impact on the community and the individuals who surround this town.

The Waldron District Library seeks an innovative, collaborative, customer service-oriented, technologically astute part-time librarian to provide professional services to patrons and staff. This position is responsible for delivering a full range of services, including reference assistance, library and information literacy instruction, and collection development.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Staffs the reference desk, and assists all library users in identifying and locating electronic and print materials, and solving research problems.
• Provides information literacy instruction to students, faculty and staff in formats suitable to class, group, operational, or individual needs.
• Must have familiarity with Internet sources and the ability to search online databases.
• Collaborates with staff and faculty in order to select new resources for the library collection, working within the approved collection development guidelines.
• Supports the acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of library materials.
• Keep the library neat and in good order by performing daily cleaning duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma
• Must be self-directed, innovative and able to assess current operations in an effort to develop practical action programs to improve the functioning of the department.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required with the ability to effectively interact with personnel at all levels (both inside and outside of the organization).
• Must be able to work well within a culturally diverse environment with the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must be flexible, innovative and possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• May require a mix of evening and daytime shifts. Schedule is determined monthly

Special requirements;

• Shall be physically able to carry, reach, bend, stand, stoop and perform all required duties.
• Shall maintain a clean, professional appearance. Business attire is appropriate.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 14 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Waldron, MI 49288 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Waldron, MI 49288: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person