Library Employment
Employment applications are available at all branches of the Public Libraries of Saginaw or you may click here for an application available in Adobe Acrobat Reader format. You’ll have to print it and fill it out, then take it in to any Public Libraries of Saginaw branch. Applications are kept on file for six months for review in the event of a vacancy.
Current Openings
Part-Time Library Assistant (25 hours/week)
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607
United States
Part-Time Library Assistant (25 hours/week)
Butman-Fish Library, Children's Department
We are looking for an enthusiastic, imaginative, self-motivated, capable individual who relates well with children and who would be able to perform the following duties:
· Plan, organize and carryout children's programming which includes storytelling, puppet shows, crafts and STEM programs
· Answer reference questions and provide assistance to children, parents, students and care-givers
· Assist with collection development and maintenance of all juvenile collections
· Interact with and help plan library services with various community organizations and schools
· Collaborate with other Children's and Teen Services employees
· Other duties as assigned
Ability to work well with patrons and other staff is required. Must be enthusiastic about children's library services, children's literature and truly enjoy working with children. Working some evenings and Saturdays will be required.
Education and Compensation
Library Assistant
Position requires a four-year college degree with applicable experience
$19.84 - $25.77 per hour in six annual steps
DEADLINE: December 4, 2024
The Public Libraries of Saginaw employment application may be found on the Library's website at https://www.saginawlibrary.org/about/employment-volunteer-opportunities.
Please send your cover letter, resume and completed library application to Maria McCarville at mmccarville@saginawlibrary.org. EOE
LIBRARY ASSISTANT SUBSTITUTES - ON-CALL ONLY
505 Janes Avenue
Saginaw, MI 48607
United States
The Public Libraries of Saginaw is seeking Library Assistant Substitutes for on-call positions. Must be willing to work at all branch locations and be available for day, evening and weekend hours. Flexibility is required. Library Assistant Substitutes primarily work at the reference desk. A bachelor's degree is required. The pay rate is $14.42 per hour.
DEADLINE: December 4, 2024
The Public Libraries of Saginaw employment application may be found on the Library's website at
https://www.saginawlibrary.org/about/employment-volunteer-opportunities
Please send your resume and completed library application to Maria McCarville at mmccarville@saginawlibrary.org.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Library Volunteer Opportunities
The Public Libraries of Saginaw recognizes and appreciates citizen participation through volunteer service. Please note that volunteer hours are based on each library branch's needs and are not always available.
- Volunteers must complete a volunteer application form and be age 14 or older. Volunteers under the age 18 must have written permission from their parent or guardian and present a valid work permit to volunteer for the library.
- Volunteers will be accepted as needs arise. Submission of the volunteer application does not guarantee acceptance as a volunteer.
- Volunteers will not take the place of paid staff. Volunteers will be expected to set, and adhere to, a schedule with the supervisor where they are assigned.
- Volunteers are recognized by the public as representatives of the Library and shall be guided by the same work and behavior code as employees. Volunteers will wear an identification badge when volunteering at the Library.
- Volunteer applicants will sign a liability waiver. Criminal background checks are done for those 18 years or older.
To be considered for volunteer opportunities, complete and submit the Volunteer Application form to any of our branches.
