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Library Assistant 5-E7
State of Michigan
Corrections - Marquette Branch Prison
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$20.35 - $28.81
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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April 8, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a library assistant at a Michigan prison, where you'll help the main librarian provide books and resources to inmates, including legal materials.
It involves supporting library operations in a secure environment.
It's a good fit for someone with basic library experience who is reliable, organized, and comfortable working in a correctional setting, especially veterans who get priority.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- For Library Assistant 5: No prior experience required
- For Library Assistant 6: One year of experience as a Library Assistant 5 or equivalent
- For Library Assistant E7: Two years of library assistant experience, including one year at level 6 or equivalent
- Ability to pass a criminal history background check
- Work in a correctional facility environment
Full Job Description
The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.
MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.
MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.
To assist the facility certified librarian in providing prisoner access to the institution’s law and general library services
Requirements
EducationEducation level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Library Assistant 5
No specific type or amount is required.
Library Assistant 6
One year of experience equivalent to a Library Assistant 5.
Library Assistant E7
Two years of experience equivalent to a Library Assistant, including one year equivalent to a Library Assistant 6.
Additional Information
Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/L/LibraryAssistant.pdf
View the PD at: https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/LibraryAsst- PD1.doc
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