<div dir="ltr">Hello All,<div>Adrian District Library has an opening for the following position: </div><div><br></div><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>AVAILABLE POSITION:</b> Librarian – Cataloging & Local History</p>
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weekend hours </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>PAY RATE:</b> Starting wage is $24.95 per hour,
commensurate with experience; benefits include health insurance, paid vacation
and sick leave, paid holidays </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>JOB SUMMARY:</b> The person in this position is the local
history contact for the library, engaging in research and answering questions in
person or remotely. They oversee development of the library’s adult
collections, including reference materials as well as the digitization and
preservation of the library’s local history collection. The individual in this
position performs the cataloging of all new library materials. Additionally,
they provide service to the public required at the library’s service desks. Acts as Librarian in Charge (LIC) in the
absence of the library director and assistant director. A complete job
description is available on the library’s website at <span style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><a href="http://www.adrian.lib.mi.us" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)" target="_blank">www.adrian.lib.mi.us</a></span>.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><br></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">REQUIREMENTS: A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school. Students currently enrolled in a graduate program of library and information studies will be considered for the position at a lower starting pay rate until they have received the degree. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Previous experience
working in a public library setting, working with local history/genealogy
resources and/or cataloging materials for circulation is highly desirable. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The position
requires a commitment to customer service excellence, excellent oral and
written communication skills, expertise with computer technology and an
understanding of its potential in providing high quality library services. The
successful candidate must have the ability to organize multiple assignments and
to work independently. The position requires demonstrated initiative and a
creative approach to attaining departmental goals as well as the ability to enforce
library policies and procedures. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Additionally,
to perform the essential functions of the position, an individual will be
required to maintain a physical condition necessary for sitting, moving, and/or
standing for long periods of time; lifting or carrying light to moderately
heavy objects; operating assigned equipment, including computers. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>APPLY:</b>
Submit resume with cover letter providing details of relevant experience
to: Jen Wrzesinski, Library Director, Adrian District Library, 143 E. Maumee St.,
Adrian, MI 49221 or <span style="color:rgb(5,99,193);text-decoration-line:underline"><a href="mailto:jwrzesinski@adrian.lib.mi.us" style="color:rgb(5,99,193)" target="_blank">jwrzesinski@adrian.lib.mi.us</a></span>.
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b>DEADLINE:</b> Application materials will be
accepted through 5 pm on Monday, July 10, 2023. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">PLEASE NOTE: All candidates will be notified of our
decision by mail or phone within 6 weeks after the deadline date. We ask that no inquiries be made about the
status of your application during this period. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">The Adrian District Library does not discriminate
in its employment practices.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><br></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Thank you,</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">Jen </p><div><br></div><span class="gmail_signature_prefix">-- </span><br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr">Jen Wrzesinski (she/her)<div>Library Director</div><div>Adrian District Library</div><div>143 E. Maumee St. </div><div>Adrian, MI 49221</div><div>517.265.2265</div><div><a href="mailto:jwrzesinski@adrian.lib.mi.us" target="_blank">jwrzesinski@adrian.lib.mi.us</a> </div></div></div></div></div>