Library Assistant

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Library Assistant

Pay Grade Level

PT G-3

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Benefits

Michigan Public School Employees Retirement Systems, YMCA membership, Wellness Program, professional development support.

Department

Library Services

Campus Location

Escanaba

Min Salary

$16.30

Max Salary

$19.18

FTE

0.50

Summary

Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Position Type Staff

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Assistant supports the Library’s mission to provide a welcoming and friendly environment for all students, staff, and community members; materials and services that promote learning, instruction, research, self-awareness, and cultural awareness; and job training for work-study students. This position assists in the day-to-day operation of the library, basic technology support, and planning and coordination of material displays and programs. The Assistant contributes to ensuring that the Bay College Library is a place of belonging on campus and is a responsive and vital academic resource for students, faculty, staff and community members. This position is part-time, 20 hours per week. Work schedule may include one/two evening(s) per week during the fall and winter semesters

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in a related field. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population (including, staff, faculty, students, and public) in a courteous and professional manner. Excellent customer service skills and a commitment to client/patron-centered services. A high degree of collaboration, flexibility, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking skills. Willingness to learn to use and troubleshoot a variety of computer programs and technologies. Outstanding listening, interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and with attention to detail. Experience using MS Office: Excel, Access, Word, Publisher.

Preferred Qualifications

Some knowledge or experience in a library or using library software and online library information systems is preferred. Demonstrates a positive attitude, maturity, initiative and integrity with a professional image contributing to the success of the College. Ability to maintain working relationships with internal and external customers. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Identifies needed action without continual direction. Knowledge of and commitment to the College’s mission. Some experience in supervising the work of others.

Months Per Year

12

Hours Worked Per Week

20

Work Schedule

August–May: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. June–July: Monday, Wednesday, and one additional day during library open hours. May include 1–2 evenings/week and one Saturday/year.

Supervision Exercised

Work-Study Students

Supervision Received

Works under the general supervision of the College Librarian

Department Information

Contact(s) Beth Berube, Director of Human Resources Shena Turan, Human Resources Specialist Contact Phone/Extension 906-217-4016 Contact Email hr@baycollege.edu Contact Fax 906-217-1625

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S286P Posting Date 07/22/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings https://careers.baycollege.edu/postings/2954 Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Other Document Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). How many years of experience do you have in this type of position? 0-1 1-3 3-5 5-7 7+ What is the highest level of education attained? GED High School Diploma Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree PHD