Youth Paraprofessional Librarian

Allendale, Township of (MI); Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Allendale Charter Township is seeking a part-time Youth Paraprofessional Librarian for the Allendale, MI library. The role reports to the Library Director and requires a friendly, service-oriented approach to all patrons.

The position emphasizes youth programs, community engagement, and collaboration with local partners. Hours include several weekdays and occasional evenings for events; salary ranges from $17.00 to $23.79 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required or equivalent; some college or college degree preferred.
• Three or more years of customer service experience required.
• At least one year of programming and/or event planning experience preferred.
• Familiarity with library environments and clerical procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interact positively and professionally with patrons and staff.
• Plan and assist with youth library programs and outreach events.
• Engage with local organizations and Lakeland Library Cooperative committees.
• Assist patrons with computers and library technology; provide reference and readers' advisory services.
• Register patrons for library cards and manage circulation desk tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Programming

Event planning

Clerical procedures

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Integrated Library System

Cash register

Job description

JOB TITLE: Youth Paraprofessional Librarian

DEPARTMENT: Library

REPORTS TO: Library Director

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION TYPE: Part-time; 24 hours per week

(Monday 9 am-5 pm, Tuesday 9 am-5 pm, Thursday 1 pm-9 pm, and Saturdays and additional evenings as needed for programming outreach events) Covering for youth librarian as needed.

SALARY RANGE: $17.00-$23.79

SUMMARY:

Allendale Charter Township is hiring a part-time Youth Paraprofessional Librarian for their Allendale, MI library. This position will report to the Library Director. While this position has mostly set hours, there may be times the hours will vary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Projects a positive and pleasant attitude to the public and cooperates and maintains as effective relationship with other staff members as part of a team.
• Planning, promoting, implementing and assisting with youth library programs.
• Community engagement with local organizations, local events, and passive programming in the library.
• Establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships within the community and Lakeland Library Cooperative committees.
• Maintains library bulletin boards.
• Assisting patrons with the use of computers and other library technology.
• Delivery of reference and reader’s advisory services for library patrons of all ages.
• Inspects and checks library materials in and out at the circulation desk, collects fines, through the use of the integrated library system and cash register by cash, credit card or check.
• Answers telephones, provides routine information, or refers and transfers calls, and handles complaints in a friendly and professional manner.
• Gathers different materials and prepares them for patrons or interlibrary loan.
• Operates a variety of standard office and library equipment and assists patrons in using such equipment with excellent customer service.
• Accurately registers patrons for a library card and is knowledgeable about library services.
• Stays informed of library services, materials, and programming.
• Adheres to library policies and procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individualswith disabilities to perform these essential functions.

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES:

The ideal candidate must be able to interact positively and professionally with all patrons who access the library. The candidate must also work efficiently, play close attention to detail, have the ability to read and write in English, the skills to use a computer and learn programs, and work well individually and as part of a team. The ability to be proficient in a library environment is preferred but not required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Associate’s degree required or equivalent; some college or college degree preferred
• Experience: Three (3) or more years of customer service required. At least one (1) year of programming and/or event planning. Some library experience preferred: clerical procedures and practices
• Licenses: None
• Certifications: None
• Miscellaneous: None

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No supervisory responsibilities of staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodations, including, but not limited to, visual and/or audio logical appliances and devices to increase mobility.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Typical sitting/standing for the duration of shifts while using computers; frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Limited travel.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this job. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all skills required in this job, nor is it intended to limit the authority of the Township Supervisor or any Township manager or supervisor to assign or direct the activities of employees under his or her direction. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new requirements may be assigned, at any time, with or without notice.

Allendale Charter Township is an “at-will”, equal opportunity employer. If a job offer is made, employment may be contingent upon the successful completion and passage of a medical examination and other appropriate background checks, which may include providing body substance samples (e.g., blood, urine, and/or hair). We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, genetic information, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, age, disability, marital status, height, weight, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.