Job Description

LIBRARIAN

Part-Time|Non-Exempt

Reports to: Information Services Supervisor

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide reference services, readers' advisory and computer assistance to patrons of all ages using a variety of collections, materials and formats. Recognize the essential role of reference services in public librarianship and prioritize time at the Information Desk over other responsibilities as necessary.
• Participate in collection development and maintenance, keeping within monetary and physical space constraints.
• Maintain proficiency with Library databases and digital services, and learn new technologies and software.
• Plan, promote and implement programming services appropriate to the needs of the community. Engage in outreach opportunities within the community.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Member of internal and external committees.
• Enforce Library policies relevant to public use; respond to emergencies and provide support, as needed; act quickly, exercising good judgment.
• 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.
• Seek professional continuing education, both organized and casual, with a commitment to keeping services current and appropriate for patrons and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications & Skills:

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited school required.
• Knowledge of adult and youth 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, set priorities and manage projects to completion.
• Enthusiastic, positive, friendly, self-motivated, creative and approachable.
• Strong obligation to confidentiality.
• Ability to speak multiple languages helpful.
• May require a valid Michigan driver's license based on assignment.

Working Environment:

• May be required to: sit, stand, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel and/or walk for extended periods of time; carry books, boxes of books or objects weighing up to 50 pounds; push or pull wheeled carts with a total weight of up to 500 pounds; operate assigned equipment; pick up litter; spread ice melt; use the telephone, keyboard, computer mouse.
• Evening, weekend and some holiday hours are required.
• This position may qualify for limited remote work opportunities.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent due hardship.

Hourly Rate: $25.61 - $34.57, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits: Time benefits are earned beginning on the date of hire and include personal business time (36 hours per year), sick time (6 hours per month), vacation time (6 hours per month to start, increasing based on years of service) and paid Holidays.

Hours: This is a year-round, part time position with permanent shifts on the following days at these set times, including days/evenings and some weekends. Candidates must be available to work the shifts as posted.

27 hours per week:

• Mondays 9:30am - 6pm
• Tuesdays 3pm - 9pm
• Thursdays 9:30am - 2:30pm
• Alternating Fridays/Saturdays 9:30am - 6pm

Application Deadline: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5pm

Application Details:

• Only complete application packets (including a Cover letter and Resume) will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed.
• Employment offer dependent on results of a physical and background check
• Submit online or send to:

Kristen Sullivan, HR Specialist

Novi Public Library

45255 W. Ten Mile Rd.

Novi, MI 48375

ksullivan@novilibrary.org

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