Champaign Public Library
Champaign Public Library is hiring: Program and Events Librarian - Adult Service
Champaign Public Library, Champaign, IL, United States, 61820
Salary: $62,533.00 - $79,844.00 Annually
Location : Champaign, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00176 - 1.2025
Department: Adult Services
Opening Date: 01/08/2025
Closing Date: 2/2/2025 5:00 PM Central
Description
Under the supervision of the Adult Services Manager, the Program and Event Librarian is responsible for providing innovative adult programming and coordinating large events. This position develops, plans, coordinates, executes, and evaluates programs for adults, and larger all age events. This position also assists customers of all ages at public service desks with information and reference questions; assists and instructs customers with their use of library computers, electronic devices, and other technologies. The Program and Event Librarian is customer focused; is able to build successful partnerships with other organizations and groups; is knowledgeable about library materials and technology; and is comfortable hosting events and speaking in front of groups. Duties include being in charge of the library building at various times.
Examples of Duties
Requirements
Acceptable Experience and Training
Vacation Leave Accrual
Holidays
The Library is closed on the following nine (9) days: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day. With the exception of Easter Sunday, all of these days are paid holidays. The Library will remain open for Juneteenth and staff members will receive a floating holiday.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is available for the employee, with 100% less a small cost share paid by employee of the premium paid by the Library. Dependent coverage is available; the Library pays 50% of the premium, and the employee pays the remainder. If selected, health insurance benefits are effective on the first day of employment. Open enrollment for health insurance is typically in February with a March 1 effective date.
Dental & Vision Insurance
Dental insurance and Vision insurance plans are available, with the employee responsible for the entire monthly premium. Details can be provided upon request. Please note dental coverage starts on the first of the month after 30 days of service. For example: If your start date is July 21, your coverage will start August 1. Open enrollment for Vision & Dental insurance is typically in December with a January 1 effective date.
Life Insurance
The Library pays for $12,000 of coverage. Optional Supplemental Life for employee and dependents is available; details are available from the Business Office.
Employee Assistance Program
The Library provides a confidential Employee Assistance Program. The cost of this service is paid entirely by the Library. Employees or their family members may arrange for counseling sessions on any area of concern, personal or professional.
Retirement
Library employees participate in IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) a defined benefit pension plan.
Employees contribute 4.5% of salary tax deferred, and are vested in the plan after ten years. The Library
provides an employer contribution that is calculated annually.
Deferred Compensation Plans
Library employees are offered the opportunity to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement plan.
Flexible Spending
Employees may choose to set aside pre-tax payroll dollars to pay for annual allowable medical, child care,
and adoption expenses.
Details about the plans will be provided to new employees during their orientation.
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Are you a current or previous Champaign Public Library volunteer or practicum student?
02
Do you have any relatives who work for the Champaign Public Library?
03
If you have relatives who work for the Champaign Public Library, please share their name. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
04
What is your highest level of education?
05
Do you have an ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science?
06
Are you able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds to assist with setting up events?
07
Do you have or are you able to obtain a valid Illinois driver's license by the time of hire and a personal automobile for job-related transportation?
08
Are you available to work a flexible schedule that includes daytime, evening and weekend hours?
09
How many years of experience do you have planning programs and large scale events?
10
Please describe your experience planning programs and large scale events for adults. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
11
Do you have experience planning virtual programs for adults?
12
Can you describe a time when you were in charge without a manager and had to handle a challenging situation? (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
13
Have you had the chance to work with community partners to plan and organize an event?
14
Please describe your experience working with community partners to plan and oversee an event. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
15
How many years of experience do you have working in a public library?
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If you have public library experience, please describe the kind of work that you did. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
17
Please indicate how many years of experience you have providing excellent customer service.
18
Please describe how your skills, experience, and interests prepare you to be the best candidate for this position at the Champaign Public Library. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
19
I understand that I am required to submit with this application the names and contact information of three professional references. If you have not included this information in your application profile, please return to your application and complete this requirement.
Required Question
Location : Champaign, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00176 - 1.2025
Department: Adult Services
Opening Date: 01/08/2025
Closing Date: 2/2/2025 5:00 PM Central
Description
Under the supervision of the Adult Services Manager, the Program and Event Librarian is responsible for providing innovative adult programming and coordinating large events. This position develops, plans, coordinates, executes, and evaluates programs for adults, and larger all age events. This position also assists customers of all ages at public service desks with information and reference questions; assists and instructs customers with their use of library computers, electronic devices, and other technologies. The Program and Event Librarian is customer focused; is able to build successful partnerships with other organizations and groups; is knowledgeable about library materials and technology; and is comfortable hosting events and speaking in front of groups. Duties include being in charge of the library building at various times.
Examples of Duties
- Develop, implement, and evaluate adult programming
- Coordinate programs featuring outside speakers
- Coordinate author visits
- Assist and/or lead major programs involving multiple library departments
- Build partnerships with relevant organizations and groups
- Assist and advise customers with their use of library resources, including books, movies, music, media, and electronic resources
- Assists with questions on software, makerspace tools, and other technology related needs to customers of all ages
- Assists with training staff and volunteers
- Answer informational and reference questions for customers of all ages
- Coordinate and contributes content to internal staff and public webpages
- Participate in departmental and library committees and training activities
- Attend and participate in professional development activities
- Assist with monitoring and correcting customer behavior to ensure a safe and welcoming environment
- Serve as Librarian in Charge during specific shifts
- Participates in departmental and library-wide training and activities, including technology and safety training
- Provides excellent internal and external customer service
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Excellent computer and technology skills, including use of tablets, mobile devices, and social media
- Experience developing and coordinating programming for adults
- Exceptional customer service skills and enthusiasm for working with the public.
- Ability to work with library customers and staff in a consistently friendly, respectful, and efficient manner
- Knowledge of and interest in books, music, movies, and other media in all their forms
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team within the department and the library as a whole, including leading and coordinating the work of others
- Ability to issue guidance and ensure compliance with the Library's Rules of Conduct and policies
- Proficiency with workplace productivity software, including skills in Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of professional-level library practices, and an interest in keeping up with developments within the field
- Ability to maintain reliable attendance and ability to vary work schedule as needed
- Ability to maintain a varied schedule, including day, evening, and weekend rotations
- Physical ability to lift and carry items up to 40 pounds, assist with room setup and push fully loaded carts of library materials.
- Valid driver's license, acceptable driving history, and transportation for job-related transportation
- Satisfactory pre-employment background check
Acceptable Experience and Training
- Master's degree in library science (MLS) from an ALA accredited institution required
- Customer service experience in a public library experience preferred
- Knowledge of Spanish and/or French is helpful
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Vacation Leave Accrual
- 4.3846 hours per bi-weekly pay period for the 1st year (114 hours, or three 38-hour weeks)
- 5.8462 hours per bi-weekly pay period for the 2nd through 7th years (152 hours, or four 38-hour weeks)
- 7.3077 hours per bi-weekly pay period for the 8th and succeeding years (190 hours, or five 38-hour weeks)
- 98.8 hours per year, accruing at 3.8 hours per pay period.
Holidays
The Library is closed on the following nine (9) days: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day. With the exception of Easter Sunday, all of these days are paid holidays. The Library will remain open for Juneteenth and staff members will receive a floating holiday.
Health Insurance
Health insurance is available for the employee, with 100% less a small cost share paid by employee of the premium paid by the Library. Dependent coverage is available; the Library pays 50% of the premium, and the employee pays the remainder. If selected, health insurance benefits are effective on the first day of employment. Open enrollment for health insurance is typically in February with a March 1 effective date.
Dental & Vision Insurance
Dental insurance and Vision insurance plans are available, with the employee responsible for the entire monthly premium. Details can be provided upon request. Please note dental coverage starts on the first of the month after 30 days of service. For example: If your start date is July 21, your coverage will start August 1. Open enrollment for Vision & Dental insurance is typically in December with a January 1 effective date.
Life Insurance
The Library pays for $12,000 of coverage. Optional Supplemental Life for employee and dependents is available; details are available from the Business Office.
Employee Assistance Program
The Library provides a confidential Employee Assistance Program. The cost of this service is paid entirely by the Library. Employees or their family members may arrange for counseling sessions on any area of concern, personal or professional.
Retirement
Library employees participate in IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) a defined benefit pension plan.
Employees contribute 4.5% of salary tax deferred, and are vested in the plan after ten years. The Library
provides an employer contribution that is calculated annually.
Deferred Compensation Plans
Library employees are offered the opportunity to invest in a 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement plan.
Flexible Spending
Employees may choose to set aside pre-tax payroll dollars to pay for annual allowable medical, child care,
and adoption expenses.
Details about the plans will be provided to new employees during their orientation.
01
Are you a current or previous Champaign Public Library volunteer or practicum student?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have any relatives who work for the Champaign Public Library?
- Yes
- No
03
If you have relatives who work for the Champaign Public Library, please share their name. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
04
What is your highest level of education?
- Less than high school
- High school diploma or GED
- Some college
- College degree or higher
05
Do you have an ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science?
- Yes
- No
06
Are you able to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds to assist with setting up events?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have or are you able to obtain a valid Illinois driver's license by the time of hire and a personal automobile for job-related transportation?
- Yes
- No
08
Are you available to work a flexible schedule that includes daytime, evening and weekend hours?
- Yes
- No
09
How many years of experience do you have planning programs and large scale events?
- 5 + years
- 3 - 5 years
- 1 - 3 years
- 0 - 1 year
10
Please describe your experience planning programs and large scale events for adults. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
11
Do you have experience planning virtual programs for adults?
- Yes
- No
12
Can you describe a time when you were in charge without a manager and had to handle a challenging situation? (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
13
Have you had the chance to work with community partners to plan and organize an event?
- Yes
- No
14
Please describe your experience working with community partners to plan and oversee an event. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
15
How many years of experience do you have working in a public library?
- 1-2 years
- 3-4 years
- 5 or more years
- None
16
If you have public library experience, please describe the kind of work that you did. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
17
Please indicate how many years of experience you have providing excellent customer service.
- 1-2 years
- 3-4 years
- 5 or more years
- None
18
Please describe how your skills, experience, and interests prepare you to be the best candidate for this position at the Champaign Public Library. (The answer box will allow you to enter 12 lines of text.)
19
I understand that I am required to submit with this application the names and contact information of three professional references. If you have not included this information in your application profile, please return to your application and complete this requirement.
- I have included the names of three references in my application
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