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Genesee District Library

Branch Librarian

Flint, MI · On-site

$26.50/hr

Until Filled The Genesee District Library is seeking a full-time, energetic, team-oriented Branch Librarian with a strong commitment to serving the public. We are the third largest library system in ...

State of Michigan

Librarian

Kincheloe, MI · On-site

$27.70 - $43.73/hr

Permanent Full Time Job Number: 4712-26-005-KMJ Department: Corrections - Kinross Correctional ... It oversees daily library functions, ensures secure and compliant access to library and legal ...

Clarivate

Customer Success Manager

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

This is an amazing opportunity to work with innovative library software solutions used by public ... Hours of Work This is a full-time, hybrid position working Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM EST.

Clarivate

Customer Success Manager

Ann Arbor, MI · Hybrid

This is an amazing opportunity to work with innovative library software solutions used by public ... Hours of Work This is a full-time, hybrid position working Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM EST.

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Branch Librarian

Branch Librarian

Genesee District Library

Flint, MI • On-site

$26.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

JOB TITLE: Branch Librarian - Beecher - Vera B. Rison

REPORTS TO: Branch Operations Manager

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt; Union position

HOURS: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Mon, Wed, Sat 9-5; Tues, Thurs 12-8; Fri, Sun closed

Salary: $26.50/hr.

Deadline: Until Filled

The Genesee District Library is seeking a full-time, energetic, team-oriented Branch Librarian

with a strong commitment to serving the public.

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.

Responsibilities include:

Manage the operations of the branch and meet the needs of our patrons.

Supervise staff assigned to the branch and keep them updated with new procedures.

Answer reference questions and provide adequate information to patrons.

Partner with area schools and other agencies to promote collections and services offered to

children and young adults.

Builds strong community bonds by working with community leaders.

Handle patron complaints with good judgment.

Selecting and ordering books for the branch.

Market the library by developing and/or assisting with public service-oriented programming.

Prepare required reports to the Branch Operations Manager monthly.

Lifelong learner with an interest in new library services and trends.

Requirements for the position include:

Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association

accredited library school.

A minimum of a Level 2 certification by the Library of Michigan within ninety (90) days of hire.

Strong proficiency with electronic databases, Microsoft Office applications, social networking

sites and mobile technology.

Ability to get along with diverse personalities and populations.

Ability to work as a team or independently within a fast-paced environment.

Will be required to:

Work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours, around programs and events.

Work Environment:

The location of the work site is in the Beecher community located in Genesee County. The noise level in

the work environment is usually quiet and work performed indoors.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid driver’s license and must have insured vehicle for use on Library business.

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.

The Genesee District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply for this position, send your resume to:

Genesee District Library

https://www.thegdl.org/employment-opportunities/