Weekend Reference Librarian

Novi Public Library; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time accrual

Job summary

The Novi Public Library is seeking a Sunday Librarian to join its Information Services team. This part-time, non-exempt role focuses on reference services, readers' advisory, and computer assistance for patrons of all ages, with a strong emphasis on customer service and community engagement.

The successful candidate will have an MLS/MLIS, knowledge of youth to adult literature, and proficiency with MS Office and Google Workspace.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited school.
• Knowledge of youth, teen, and adult literature.
• Proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace, internet browsers and other computer related technologies.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Dedication to public service and providing excellent customer service.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to organize work and set priorities.
• Enthusiastic, positive, friendly, self-motivated, creative and approachable.
• Strong obligation to confidentiality.
• Ability to speak multiple languages helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference services, readers' advisory and computer assistance to patrons of all ages using a variety of collections, materials and formats.
• Promote programming services appropriate to the needs of the community.
• Train and assist patrons with day-to-day computer questions and using Library technology.
• Enforce Library policies relevant to public use; respond to emergencies and provide support, as needed; act quickly, exercising good judgment.
• Maintain proficiency with Library databases and digital services.
• Communicate effectively with patrons, co-workers and professional colleagues.
• Work positively and collaboratively across departments to accomplish departmental and Library goals.
• Foster and promote diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and the community.
• Adapt and respond to multiple priorities, interruptions and demands; resolve problems in a positive manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MLS/MLIS

Literature knowledge

MS Office & Google

Communication skills

Public service

Organization

Enthusiastic

Confidentiality

Multilingual helpful

Education

MLS/MLIS from ALA-accredited program

Tools

MS Office & Google Workspace

Job description

The Novi Public Library is seeking a Sunday Librarian to join its Information Services team. This part-time, non-exempt role focuses on reference services, readers' advisory, and computer assistance for patrons of all ages, with a strong emphasis on customer service and community engagement.

The successful candidate will have an MLS/MLIS, knowledge of youth to adult literature, and proficiency with MS Office and Google Workspace.