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<h1><b>JOB TITLE:</b> <b><span style="color:black">Branch Librarian – Forest Township/Otisville
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">REPORTS TO: Branch Operations Manager
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<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) Mon 10-6; Tues, Wed, Thurs 12-8
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in;text-indent:-1.0in"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Fri closed; Sat 9-5; Sun closed<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: $24.50/hr.</span><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</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 Branch Librarian with a strong commitment to serving the public.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We are the third largest library system in Michigan and an award-winning system of 19 branches. We are in the lower peninsula and have over 120 employees. GDL offers full time employees a Health Care Savings
Program (HCSP), 403(b), 401(a) and 457 Supplemental Savings. <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">Manage the operations of the branch and meet the needs of our patrons.<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">Supervise staff assigned to the branch and keep them updated with new procedures.<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">Answer reference questions and provide adequate information to patrons.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Partner with area schools and other agencies to promote collections and services offered to children and young adults.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Build strong community bonds by working with community leaders.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Handle patron complaints with good judgment.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Selecting and ordering books for the branch.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Market the library by developing and/or assisting with public service-oriented programming.<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">Prepare required reports to the Branch Operations Manager monthly.<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">Lifelong learner with an interest in new library services and trends.
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<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.
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<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.
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<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.
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<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.
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<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 and events.
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<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 in Otisville, MI located in Genesee County. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and work is performed indoors.
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<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>
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<h2><span style="color:black;text-decoration:none">Possession of a valid driver’s license and must have insured vehicle for use on Library business.
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<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 Branch 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"><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>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><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="mso-ligatures:none">Fax:810-776-8207</span><span style="mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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