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Capital Area District Libraries

Local History Librarian

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A Librarian helps people find information that they need in a library or in other collections or sources, including electronic databases. Organizes and catalogues library materials, plans library programs, and orders new materials or equipment. May work in school libraries or special information centers within government agencies or businesses; may specialize as a law librarian or medical librarian.

$62,032 / year median in Michigan

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Local History Librarian Location Local History Center - Okemos, Michigan 48864 Hours Full-time 40 hours per week Capital Area District Libraries (CADL) provides library services to our local communities seven days per week. All positions except those in the Administrative Offices will require some evening and weekend hours, including Sundays. While this position is currently assigned at the above location, CADL reserves the right to require all employees to be available for assignments at any CADL location. Salary $61,931-$77, 414 annually Nature of Work Under the supervision of the Head of Local History Center, provides professional archival, reference, and outreach services on behalf of the Local History Center and CADL branches, for all ages and special interest groups. Responsible for processing, arranging, and describing archival collections, applying accepted conservation treatments, and managing digital preservation workflows. Develops and maintains assigned library collections, provides programming and community outreach, and instructs patrons and staff in the use of local history resources. Acts in charge of the Local History Center as needed, during open hours and in the absence of the Head of the LHC. Get Full Job Description Education & Experience Possession of a Master's Degree in Library Science or its equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution, with a completed course of study in Archival Studies. Possession of a Michigan Librarian's Professional Certificate Level 2. Or ability to acquire. Certification as an Archivist (CA) is desired. A minimum of two years professional experience in processing archival collections, preparing finding aids, and managing electronic records. To Apply Posting will expire 28 August 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Apply Online Because you cannot save and return to the application later, please have all information ready when you apply, including your resume and cover letter. Review or print the application • instructions for the online form All applications for employment must be made on the Capital Area District Libraries application form and completed in full. Resumes will not be accepted or evaluated in lieu of application. All applicants must meet the minimum and special eligibility requirements, as listed on this job announcement, for the vacancy and file a timely application in order to be considered. Separate application forms must be submitted for each position for which an applicant wishes to apply. For More Information Contact the Capital Area District Libraries