Dearborn Public Library

Administration

Interim Director

Julie Schaefer

Email: Contact Form | Phone: 313-943-2338

Julie Schaefer is the Deputy Library Director. Promoted to the position in 2006, she has also held positions as Administrative Librarian, Youth Services Supervisor, Branch Supervisor, Librarian I, and Assistant Librarian during her 25 year tenure with the City. Julie’s focus has always been serving customers well and providing the services and experience they expect from the public library.

Julie holds a B.A in education from UM-Dearborn and received her master of science in library science from Wayne State University in 1992.

Administrative Librarian

Patty Podzikowski

Email: Contact Form | Phone: 313-943-2817

Patty Podzikowski is an Administrative Librarian. She has worked for the library system for 21 years, in many different positions. She has been an Assistant Librarian, a Children’s Librarian, a Cataloging Librarian and an Adult Services Librarian.

Patty received her Bachelor’s Degree from Madonna University and her Master’s Degree from Wayne State University. Working closely with the public and staff, she always strives to provide excellent customer service and a safe, pleasant atmosphere to all library visitors.