Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District is hiring: Youth Services Librari

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement programs of interest to the community, with a focus on preschool, kindergarten, and outreach
• Provide reference and readers' advisory assistance
• Participate in the collection development process by maintaining budget, selecting, and weeding materials in assigned areas
• Provide instruction on the Library’s digital offerings and e-sources to patrons & staff
• Keep current on age-appropriate materials for youth
• Create attractive and interesting displays and bibliographies
• Stay current regarding library technology and trends

Qualifications

• Master’s in Library Science
• Experience working with children required
• Library experience in Youth Services preferred
• Ability to work with children in an individual and group setting
• Open-minded and flexible team player

Work Schedule

• Full-time, non-exempt, 37.5 hours/week
• Days, evenings, and weekends

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plan
• Participation in IMRF
• Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Paid Parental Leave benefits

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds
• Must be able to travel to meetings, trainings, outreach, and places in the community

Position is open until filled. No phone calls, please.

Bartlett Public Library District, DuPage County