Reference Librarian

Novi, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 25 - 34

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN

Part-TimeNon-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.
Promote programming services appropriate to the needs of the community.
Train and assist patrons with day-to-day computer questions and using Library technology.
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.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

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.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications & Skills:

MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited school.
Knowledge of youth and teen 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 drivers 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 requires the employee to be on site at the Library and does not offer any 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 (24 hours per year) sick time (4 hours per month) vacation time (4 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.

20 hours per week:

Sundays 11:30am - 6pm
Mondays 9:30am - 2pm
Tuesdays 9:30am - 2pm
Wednesdays 4:30pm - 9pm

Application Deadline: Wednesday January 21 2026 at 5pm

Application Details:

Only complete application packets (including a Cover letter Resume and Novi Public Library application) will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed.
NPL applications available at offer dependent on results of a physical and background check
Submit online or send to:

Kristen Sullivan HR Specialist

45255 W. Ten Mile Rd.

Novi MI 48375

REFERENCE LIBRARIANPart-TimeNon-ExemptReports 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 referen...