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<h1><b><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">JOB TITLE:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif">
</span><b><span style="font-family:"Aptos",sans-serif;color:black">Youth Services Librarian<o:p></o:p></span></b></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">REPORTS TO: Community Relations Manager
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">CLASSIFICATION:
</span></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Non-Exempt; Union position<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in;text-indent:-1.0in"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">HOURS:
</span>Full-Time (40 hours per week)<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in;text-indent:-1.0in"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Deadline: Until Filled<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in;text-indent:-1.0in"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Salary: $23.25/hr.</span><o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The Genesee District Library is seeking a full-time, energetic, team-oriented, tech savvy Youth Services Librarian with a strong commitment to public service. Ideal candidate is passionate about serving children,
teens, families, and educators. Responsible for programming and community outreach from birth to teens, fostering partnerships and leading literacy efforts in Genesee County. The Genesee District Library is a Class VI system of 19 libraries in Genesee County,
and the third largest library system in Michigan. Help us inspire our youth to become lifelong learners.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Responsibilities include:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Evaluates program needs and assists in carrying out services district-wide for children and young adults.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Participates in the scheduling and training of outside story time providers.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Provides youth services information via various digital platforms.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Partners with area schools and other agencies to promote collections and services offered to children and young adults.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Builds strong community bonds by working with community leaders.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Contributes to social media with well written, grammatically correct posts.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Stays current in new library services and trends in youth services through reading, seminars, workshops, webinars, and conferences.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Routinely seeks out and identifies sources for grant funding opportunities. Prepares well written and documented grant proposals specific to children and youth services.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Attends outreach events in schools and community.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Requirements for the position include:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Master’s degree in library or information science from an American Library Association accredited library school.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">A minimum of a Level 2 certification by the Library of Michigan within ninety (90) days of hire.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">One year of professional experience in a library.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Must enjoy working with children while creating a high-quality experience for the children, parents, or guardians.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Strong proficiency with electronic databases, Microsoft Office applications, social networking sites and mobile technology.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ability to get along with diverse personalities and populations.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ability to work as a team or independently within a fast-paced environment.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Will be required to:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours, around programs, events and community outreach.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Work Environment:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The location of the work site is primarily the GDL Headquarters location. Significant travel throughout the district to attend or conduct library programs and other literacy events. The location will vary
between branches of the Genesee District Library System, and the schedule will vary according to the needs of the public and the GDL System.
</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h2><b><span style="text-decoration:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></h2>
<h2><b><span style="text-decoration:none">SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:<o:p></o:p></span></b></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<h2><span style="color:black;text-decoration:none">Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and vehicle for use on company business.<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Successful completion of a background check.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The responsibilities and requirements listed above are not an exhaustive list of all that will be expected of this position; however, it is met to identify the general criteria for a Youth Services Librarian
position.<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The Genesee District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">To apply for this position, send your resume to:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Genesee District Library<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><a href="https://www.thegdl.org/employment-opportunities/">https://www.thegdl.org/employment-opportunities/</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:Algerian"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Bradley Hand ITC";mso-ligatures:none">Todd Sumpter<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Human Resources Manager<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Genesee District Library</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-ligatures:none">Ph: 810-230-3340<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;mso-ligatures:none">Fax:810-230-0277</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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