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Job Postings for Wednesday 22nd of February 2012BRANCH DISTRICT LIBRARY
10 E. CHICAGO ST.
COLDWATER, MI. 49036
517-278-2341
POSITION: Library Director
REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Library Science/Information Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association. At least four years of paid professional experience after receiving Master's degree. A successful candidate will demonstrate: the ability to take initiative and work independently without supervision; personnel management skills; oral and written communication skills, including experience as a public speaker; interpersonal communication skills; financial management skills; customer-service orientation. Required Knowledge and Experience: public library management, methods, and legal responsibilities; informational and recreational library materials in all formats; proficiency with computer software and applications; online computer resources; office equipment; facility management and building operations, e.g. HVAC, plumbing, cleaning, etc.
SALARY: $58,000 - $65,000
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: See http://www.branchdistrictlibrary.org/employment for application, instructions, and full job description.
Gina HornSecretary
Branch District Library
10 E. Chicago St.
Coldwater, MI. 49036
517-278-2341 (phone)
517-279-7134 (fax)
secretary@branchdistrictlibrary.org
2012-02-13 - 2012-03-16
MOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE LIBRARY
1401 E. COURT STREET
FLINT, MI. 48503
810-762-0400
POSITION: Staff Assistant II – Library Services/Circulation
REQUIREMENTS: 1. Minimum of Associates Degree or higher. 2. One year of experience delivering quality customer service in a library setting or in a setting that required problem solving on customer requests and the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with customers clearly and concisely. 3. Ability to appropriately use and demonstrate proficiency with standard office productivity software and tools, including intermediate level proficiency with MS Word and basic level proficiency with Excel. 4. Proficient computer keyboarding ability and experience. 5. Experience handling money in a library setting or with retail cashiering. 6. Experience with efficiently organizing, managing and retrieving large amounts of data. 7. Ability to address difficult matters with library users, calmly and fairly. Ability to serve library patrons in a consistently tactful, sensitive, and considerate manner and exhibit a strong identification with the service needs of students, faculty and other library patrons. 8. Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. 9. Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. 10. Ability to meet deadlines responsibly. 11. Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive student and patron records. 12. Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic work environment while adapting to ever changing program demands and priorities. 13. Ability to work independently and with a high level of accuracy. 14. Ability to analyze complex problems and make informed decisions with a minimum of supervision. 15. Ability to communicate and work effectively with a culturally diverse population.
DUTIES: Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job: The Staff Assistant – Circulation serves students, faculty, staff and members of the community at the Mott Community College Library in a transaction-intensive, high profile department. The Staff Assistant is the most constant public face of the Mott Community College Library and performs a variety of duties in the delivery of library customer service including materials circulation and basic reference information. The Staff Assistant is responsible for maintaining the PALnet SirsiDynix Symphony automated library system and Datatel accounts and is frequently focused on resolving impediments – overdue materials and other financial obligations – that may hinder a student’s ability to register for classes, receive transcripts and grades, and complete college business via the Internet. The Staff Assistant actively contributes to a work environment that is dedicated to the successful operation of the library for users, including a commitment to ongoing professional development, effective communication practices, frequent review of policies and procedures, and a willingness to assist others. Supervisory Responsibility: No formal supervisory responsibility but, as part of the Circulation team, will assist or participate in the selection, training and monitoring of student workers to include monitoring attendance and offering input regarding performance evaluations.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Read more details and apply online at https://mcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/224
2012-02-13 - 2012-02-26
