Detroit Public Library Career Site

Bookmobile Operator (Douglass Branch/LOW)

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:48:00 GMT

POSTING OPENS: December 12, 2008 POSTING CLOSES: December 30, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. SALARY: $25,533 - $31,954 Posting pperiod - Ten (10) working days Posting closes: December 30, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. No person shall be subject to discrimination in employment in any program or activity of the Detroit Public Library. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS �Driving vehicles to established stops �Checking out materials to customers and receiving returned materials �Maintaining daily, weekly, and monthly circulation statistics �Shelving and securing materials in vehicle �Assisting customers in boarding and leaving vehicle �Assisting with department programming as needed, including transporting customers to and from library programs �Assisting in packing and carrying books and other library materials �Delivering materials directly to and picking materials up from customers in their homes �Keeping the exterior of the vehicle clean, including windshield �Maintaining vehicle in safe working condition and reporting operational problems to supervisor; filling with gas, oil and other fluids �Remaining with vehicle in case of breakdown and making sure that vehicles are returned to designated service points OTHER FUNCTIONS �Performing various other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES �Ability to interact pleasantly, professionally and diplomatically, in person and by telephone, with customers, co-workers, and Detroit Public Library staff �Ability to interact pleasantly, professionally and diplomatically, in person and by telephone, with customers, co-workers, and Detroit Public Library staff �Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to unexpected changes and interruptions in workflow and in individual assignments �Ability to work effectively as a team member as well as independently �Ability to do detailed work accurately �Ability to learn and perform the work done by the other drivers in the agency �Good typing and computer skills �Good oral and written communication skills �Satisfactory work record �Good attendance record �Thorough knowledge of Detroit Public Library rules, policies and procedures �Commitment to work with and serving a staff and community with diverse cultural, educational and experiential backgrounds

Librarian I and II (Various Detroit Locations)

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:55:00 GMT

No person shall be subject to discrimination in employment, in any program or activity of the Detroit Public Library.

NO CLOSING DATE

CURRENT SALARIES

LIBRARIAN -I (less than 18 months librarian work experience) $33,800 - $40,700

LIBRARIAN-II (18 months or more librarian work experience)

$41,000 - $46,300

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·Provides customer service

·Assists in the selection, processing, maintenance and/or organization of the collection

·Assists in planning and conducting special projects and/or programs ·Assists in assuring that work areas and/or buildings and grounds are properly and safely maintained

·Serves on DPL committees, participates in professional organizations, and maintains awareness of current trends

·Actively promotes and supports the library’s marketing strategies and activities

·Assists in maintaining an awareness of and fosters relationships with individuals, groups, and organizations in the community as they relate to the agency and the library as a whole

·Contributes to an environment where staff delivers quality customer-responsive service

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

·Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with and serve a staff and community with diverse cultural, educational and experiential backgrounds

·Demonstrated ability to work with internal and external customers in a professional, friendly and cooperative manner

·Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to embrace change

·Knowledge of print and electronic reference sources

·Knowledge of significant authors, associations and publishers of books and reference sources relative to the agency or ability to acquire this knowledge

·Understanding of different classification schemes for library materials

·Demonstrated ability to develop, coordinate, and implement programs

·Excellent reference skills

·Significant practical experience working with computer systems

·Excellent oral and written communication skills

Coordinator-Marketing (Main Library)

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:54:00 GMT

COORDINATOR FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH & ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECTS
SALARY: $57,800 - $63,100
POSTING PERIOD: APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

No person shall be subject to discrimination in employment, in any program or activity of the Detroit Public Library.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of administrative and community projects, including community outreach.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

This position directly reports to the Assistant Director for Marketing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•· Assists in developing and maintaining a quality image for the Detroit Public Library (DPL) through coordination of administrative projects and community outreach

•· Plans, organizes, coordinates and evaluates administrative projects and community outreach activities

•· Assists in the development and administration of a budget to support DPL administrative and community outreach projects

•· Assists the Assistant Director for Marketing by establishing goals, priorities, and allocating resources to provide effective administrative and community outreach projects

•· Maintain an awareness of, and foster relationships with individuals, groups and organizations in the community as they relate to the mission of the DPL on an administrative level

•· Organize and oversee Marketing databases

•· Plan and conduct special projects as directed

•· Serve on DPL committees, participate in professional organizations, and maintain awareness of current trends

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

•· Supervise support staff and/or contractual hires by developing a customer-responsive, team oriented environment; training staff in the use of equipment, new technologies and procedures; evaluating work performance; make recommendations for and/or issue corrective discipline

•· Participate in the development of and actively promote and support the library's marketing strategies and activities

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Clerical Assistant (Various Detroit Locations)

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 10:31:00 GMT

�Typing/keyboarding �Filing and weeding �Greeting customers �Receiving, screening and routing phone calls/e-mail �Shelving and retrieving materials �Charging out/accepting returned material; clearing materials from drop box; sorting/stacking materials for re-shelving �Receiving overdue/lost/damaged fines; issuing receipts; operating a cash register and making change �Issuing library cards �Processing overdue materials �Receiving/stamping/shelving and routing periodicals/continuations �Receiving and processing new materials �Processing, sorting and/or delivering incoming/outgoing mail �Making minor repairs to worn/damaged books �Clipping articles from newspapers �Performing various other duties as assigned

PC Technician (Various Detroit Locations)

Sun, 17 May 2009 19:11:00 GMT

POSTING OPENS: MAY 18, 2009
POSTING CLOSES: APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
SALARY: $33,700 - $51,300

*Candidates for this position will be tested and must demonstrate a proven track record for implementation, deployment and support of IT operations.

No person shall be subject to discrimination in employment, in any program or activity of the Detroit Public Library.

Position Summary

Primarily responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of computers and peripherals in the Detroit Public Library, including Windows XP- client and server based file and print servers and printers.

Reporting Relationship(s)

This position reports to the Chief Administrative and Technology Officer.

Essential Functions

· Work as a member of the Information Systems team to facilitate the installation, maintenance and repair of computer related equipment and systems

· Assist in the resolution of customer service issues and concerns

· Assist with the implementation of long and short range programs to develop the Library’s technology infrastructure and services to meet the needs of internal and external customers

· Develop, test, and document computer repair and maintenance procedures

· Monitor parts inventory and requisitioning purchases as needed
· Recommend computer products for purchase
· Develop and test disk images for public and staff workstations
· Share ideas, skills, and knowledge formally and informally, with Information Systems staff

· Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with and serve a staff and community with diverse cultural, educational and experiential backgrounds
· Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to embrace change
· Ability to interact pleasantly, professionally and diplomatically, in person, by telephone, with customers, co-workers and the Library staff
· Ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
· Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
· Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to unexpected changes and interruptions in the workflow and in individual assignments
· Excellent verbal and written communications skills
· Excellent work and attendance records

Associate Director for Public Services (Main Library)

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:41:00 GMT

POSTING OPENS: APRIL 16, 2009

POSTING CLOSES: APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

SALARY: $74,700 - $106,100

No person shall be subject to discrimination in employment, in any program, or activity of the Detroit Public Library.

Position Summary

The Associate Director for Public Services is responsible for all activities related to the delivery of library services to the public: organizing, planning, directing, coordinating, and implementing policies, procedures and programs.

Reporting Relationship(s)

This position reports to the Deputy Director.

Essential Functions

· Provide goal-oriented leadership and support for the overall public services program

· Provide general supervision and guidance to Assistant Directors and delegating responsibility for the day-to-day operations of their respective service areas

· Provide an environment that fosters personal and professional employee development and effective utilization of staff

· Plan and give general direction regarding materials selection and program development policies and maintaining standards established by these policies

· Recommend equipment and build changes that affect the quality and provision of service

· Serve as liaison between the Library and its community for public service activities · Identify, establish and maintain community and institutional partnerships to share in public service initiatives

· Contribute to the executive team’s short and long range planning, review, and decision-making process

· Participate in general administrative activities · Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Conceptual understanding of technical services

· Familiarity with current electronic library applications, technology and service delivery trends

· Flexibility and ability to embrace, lead and implement organizational change at an administrative level

· Demonstrated ability to develop and implement programs

· Demonstrated ability to work with and serve a staff and community with diverse cultural, education and experiential backgrounds