<div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:small"><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">Hello! <u></u><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">The Ypsilanti District Library has an opening for a part-time Youth Para-professional at our Whittaker Road location. Applications are </span>welcomed at the address below, or can be sent to my email.<u></u><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><u></u> <u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">Lisa<u></u><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><u></u> <u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:rgb(31,73,125)"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Klinic Slab Medium";color:black">Lisa Hoenig, Director<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Klinic Slab Medium";color:black">Ypsilanti District Library<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Klinic Slab Medium";color:black">5577 Whittaker Road<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Klinic Slab Medium";color:black">Ypsilanti, MI</span><span style="color:black"> </span><span style="font-family:"Klinic Slab Medium";color:black"> 48197<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Klinic Slab Medium";color:black"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Klinic Slab Medium";color:black">(734) 879-1300<u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:"Klinic Slab Medium";color:rgb(31,73,125)"><a href="http://www.ypsilibrary.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color:blue">www.ypsilibrary.org</span></a><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:rgb(31,73,125)"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:rgb(31,73,125)"><img border="0" width="131" height="66" id="m_-1520513663570777640_x0000_i1025" src="cid:ii_1938e06fbcf4ce8e91" alt="Small logo for signature"><u></u><u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:rgb(31,73,125)"><u></u> <u></u></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><u></u> <u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">**</p></div></div><div class="gmail_default" style="font-family:tahoma,sans-serif;font-size:small"> <b style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;text-align:center"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">J O B P O S T I N
G</span></b></div>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">YPSILANTI DISTRICT
LIBRARY</span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Part-Time
Para-Professional -- YDL-Whittaker Youth Department</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">DATE: </span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">December 3, 2024</span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">POSITION: </span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">YDL <b>- </b>Youth Department Para-Professional (.5 FTE, 20 hours
per week) </span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black"> </span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">ABOUT THE YDL-WHITTAKER YOUTH DEPARTMENT</span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">The Youth Department is a team of six (soon to
be seven!) who strive to engage youth from birth through high school and their
families at the library and beyond, by inspiring a love of learning and
providing easy access to information and diverse ideas through our collections,
technology, programs, and community connections. We plan programs and develop
collections and play spaces at the YDL-Whittaker location, but we also work
closely with the Outreach Department to serve families at schools and local
organizations throughout the community. We focus on early learning, hands-on
STEAM, creating a welcoming, inclusive environment, and elevating youth
voices. </span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">ABOUT THE POSITION</span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">The ideal candidate for this job will be
passionate about serving the community and empowering youth and parents.
Para-professional duties assigned by the YDL-Whittaker Youth Department Manager
will include but are not limited to the following:</span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:12pt 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Helping youth
and parents find books and information in the Youth Department.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Assisting families in the use of computers, iPads,
digital books, and other library technology.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Supporting librarians’ collection development work by
creating book lists and displays, finding books requested by patrons, and
helping create kits with educational toys and books. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Planning and leading library programs, including
storytimes and STEM activities, for youth and families.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Attending department meetings to help set team goals
and develop new services to meet community needs.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Completing special projects as assigned.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 12pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Supporting
YDL’s community partnerships that serve and benefit families.</span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">QUALIFICATIONS</span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:12pt 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Associate’s
Degree or equivalent. Formal training in a child-related field or
experience working with youth desired. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Demonstrated ability to work with families and youth
from diverse populations.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Excellent oral and written communication skills and
interpersonal skills. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Strong commitment to providing quality customer
service.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Ability to function in a professional manner, work
independently, and use good judgment.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Enthusiastic and dependable team player.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Creative problem solving skills and flexibility to
adapt to changing community needs. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office
and social media tools.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Strong desire to engage, nurture, and mentor children
birth-18, their parents, caregivers and teachers.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Ability to organize, prioritize, and coordinate
multiple tasks.</span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;margin:0in 0in 12pt;line-height:normal;vertical-align:baseline;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Knowledge
of children’s literature, youth development, and early learning concepts
desired.</span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">HOURS </span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Part-time, 20 hours per week (including
regularly scheduled evenings and weekends). </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">SALARY/BENEFITS</span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Hourly wage $17.98 - $21.01,
dependent on experience. Pro-rated paid time off and holidays,<b> </b>paid access to a telemedicine subscription, and
an<b> </b>employer contribution to a MERS retirement plan, with optional
457, FSA, and AFLAC.<span class="gmail-apple-tab-span"> </span>This position is part of
YDL’s AFSCME union bargaining unit.</span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">TO APPLY</span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Send resume, cover letter, & application
form (available at</span><a href="http://www.ypsilibrary.org"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black;text-decoration-line:none"> </span><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue">www.ypsilibrary.org</span></a><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">) by Tuesday, January 7,
2025 to:</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt 27pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black"> Human
Resources or
</span><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="mailto:lisa@ypsilibrary.org">lisa@ypsilibrary.org</a></span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt 27pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black"> Ypsilanti
District Library</span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt 27pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black"> 5577
Whittaker Road</span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt 27pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black"> Ypsilanti,
Michigan 48197</span><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> </span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> </span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"> </span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="margin:0in 0in 12pt;text-align:center;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><i><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">The Ypsilanti District Library is committed to creating and
sustaining a diverse workforce, and proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, or age. YDL has an internal workgroup dedicated
to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with the goal of a diverse workforce that
is representative at all job levels, of the citizens we serve, to support a
more equitable future for all.</span></i><i><span style="font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif"></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11pt;font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"> </p><br></div>