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/*]]>*/</style></div><div data-marker="__QUOTED_TEXT__"><div style="font-family:'arial' , 'helvetica' , sans-serif;font-size:12pt;color:#000000"><div></div><div> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;margin:0px" align="center"><b><span style="font-size:13pt">JOB POSTING</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:center;margin:0px" align="center"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Circulation Department Head – Full-Time</span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Posted</span></b><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">:</span></b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> Friday, December 11, 2020</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Deadline:</span></b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> Monday, December 28, 2020</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Our long-time Circulation Department Head is retiring, and we are looking for a dynamic, motivated individual to take her place.<br></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">The Belleville Area District Library serves a diverse population of 42,000 people in Belleville, Van Buren Township, and Sumpter Township, and is a member of The Library Network’s Shared Automated System. This past year saw us move into a new, two-story library in downtown Belleville in the midst of a vibrant and active community as well as open a satellite media center conveniently located in Sumpter Township. It is an exciting time for our organization as we grow to fill our new space and work to improve our services.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Our staff is highly collaborative and endeavors to provide the public with superior customer service. The Circulation Department Head directs the daily circulation operations for the library, and sets the tone for patron service for the circulation department. As the first point of contact with members of our community, this department is essential to providing a welcoming atmosphere and guiding patrons to all that the library has to offer. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Hours:</span></b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> 40 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Pay Range:</span></b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> $50,000 - $66,000 per year</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px;text-indent:-1in"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Benefits:</span></b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> Medical, dental, and vision plans; MERS Defined Contribution Retirement Plan; vacation, sick, and holiday time; professional development opportunities</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Responsibilities:</span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Hires, trains, supervises, mentors, and inspires the circulation staff. Duties include: </span></p><ul><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Customer service training </span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Scheduling/timesheet approval</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Conducting performance reviews</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Establishing procedures to improve staff and patron experiences</span></li></ul><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Provides exceptional customer service:</span></p><ul style=""><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Ensures that materials are accurately checked in and shelved in a timely manner</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Skillfully resolves patron account questions</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Interprets circulation policies and provides input into new policies</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Provides general library information including updates on hours, closures, policy changes </span></li></ul><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Collaborates with:</span></p><ul><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">The library’s management team (director, assistant director, department heads)</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Shared automation system users’ group</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">The library’s technology manager </span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Facilities staff</span></li></ul><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Oversees:</span></p><ul><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">The Automated Materials Handling System</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">All cash-handling procedures</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">The first-floor public copy/fax machines and self-check machines</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Lobby environment, including maintenance of information displays, charitable collections, etc.</span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" data-mce-style="text-indent: -0.25in;" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'courier new'">o<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Special circulation programs such as curbside pickup and Books on Wheels</span></li></ul><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Department Heads are in charge of the library and staff in the absence of the director and assistant director</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Other duties as assigned</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Qualifications:</span></b></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university required; Interested librarians must possess a Master of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited program</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Supervisory experience desired </span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Must have a strong public service orientation</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Demonstrates discretion in handling confidential information</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Friendly, patient, tactful, and adaptable</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Enthusiastic, creative, and self-motivated</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span 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style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Knowledge of TLC CARL automation system desired</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Able to perform basic troubleshooting of printers, copiers, fax machines, and other library equipment<span style="color:#d60093"></span></span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Familiar with digital services available to library users</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Comfortable instructing others in both group and one-on-one settings</span></p><p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-indent:-0.25in;margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'symbol'">·<span style="font:7pt 'times new roman'"> </span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, walk, stand, and lift up to 20 pounds</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">To Apply: </span></b><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Application can be found at </span><a href="http://www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">www.belleville.lib.mi.us/about-us/employment/</span></a><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif">Submit cover letter, resume, and Belleville Area District Library employment application to Hilary Savage, Assistant Director, at <a href="mailto:hsavage@belleville.lib.mi.us.">hsavage@belleville.lib.mi.us. </a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><br data-mce-bogus="1"></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:'calibri' , sans-serif"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0px"><span 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