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Library Assistant Ii Grand Rapids History Center

4 months ago

Grand Rapids, United States City of Grand Rapids, MI Full time

**Nature of Work**:
This particular position has an emphasis on working with specialized resources related to local history, archives, and genealogy. Applicants should be able to demonstrate experience working in one of these areas. The position requires the ability to organize complex materials and information, and a proficiency with digital technology.
This position is regularly scheduled to work at the Main Library with the following schedule:

- Monday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Tuesday: 5:00 - 9:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Alternating Friday/Saturday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Occasionally required:

- Sunday: 1:00 - 5:00 pm

**Examples of work**:

- Process and arrange archival material and create finding aids in archival software
- Creates and edits metadata for digital content according to established standards
- Provides instruction and/or presents to patrons in groups or individually; assists with planning and implementation of programs and services
- Assists staff with research, reporting, projects, and idea generation; may proofread and edit reports or other library materials
- Creates and maintains book displays and exhibits
- Represents GRPL at community events and outreach opportunities
- Develops bibliographies, pathfinders, and finding aids in support of Readers' Advisory and reference services
- Collects, compiles, and reports statistics related to library resources and programs
- Maintains records, correspondence, inventories, and other general office functions
- Recommends and evaluates reference books; maintains inventories; checks bibliographies against holdings, processes old and used books; may recommend purchase of books for library system
- May be assigned to assist in different departments and branches as necessary
- Performs other tasks of a similar nature as assigned

**Minimum Training and Experience**:

- High school diploma or a GED is required; a college degree is preferred.
- Previous public library experience is preferred; background in history, genealogy, museum, and/or archival work preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish is preferred.

**Other Necessary Qualifications**:

- Ability to
- Provide professional, friendly service to library staff and patrons; ability to make independent, reliable decisions related to customer service functions
- Assist and instruct patrons around hardware and software issues as they relate to library resources and public workstations
- Communicate professionally with diverse groups both verbally and in writing
- Establish and maintain working relationships with other staff and the general public; ability to work collaboratively
- Work without close supervision
- Understand systems and maintain an organized and effective work process; flexibility to adapt to changes as processes are updated
- Maintain library records and prepare reports
- Work with supervisor and process feedback regarding job performance
- Work 20-24 hours per week; ability to work evenings and weekends

**Other Information**:
Please note the following:

- ** A cover letter is required**
- Please attach a cover letter in pdf format that describes your interest in the position, your interest in working at GRPL, and how these might tie in with personal or professional goals

Please visit the library's jobs page for a list of other open positions at Grand Rapids Public Library.
All inquiries related to this posting should be directed to:

- Grand Rapids Public Library
- 111 Library St NE
- Grand Rapids, MI 49503
- GRPL proudly promotes diversity and inclusion in employment, and strives to maintain a workplace culture where respect and positive recognition of differences are cultivated._
- Grand Rapids Public Library provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, height, weight, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. GRPL will make reasonable accommodations for employees and job applicants with disabilities._
- This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, transfer, training, promotion, discipline, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and benefits, as well as work-related events and activities._

**GRPL | Part-time Employee Benefit Summary**
- Employer sponsored HealthiestYou by teledoc Healthcare
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Floating holidays
- Vacation
- Sick leave
- Personal time
- Bereavement leave
- Parental leave
- Jury duty leave
- Retirement
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Plan