Teen Services Specialist (part-time)

TEEN SERVICES SPECIALIST

(Non-exempt) Part-time Schedule: Part-time 18 hrs. a week Monday 4-8pm Tuesday 4-8pm Friday 4-9pm Saturday 1-6pm Are you passionate about supporting teens to become their best selves and contribute to their community? If so, Skokie Public Library is looking for you! As a Teen Services Specialist , you will be part of a team that helps young people in middle and high school explore interests, learn, and grow. You’ll provide a welcoming and supportive environment in the Teen Room, connect patrons to library resources, and respond to the needs and requests of teens in the library. What You’ll Do Staff the library’s 6th–12th grade Teen Room and maintain a supportive environment while responding to readers’ advisory and other requests Promote and help teens navigate library resources and services Provide friendly, responsive customer service to all library patrons Offer personalized reading and viewing recommendations Answer basic informational questions and assist with library resources Help maintain library displays Collaborate with colleagues on programs, outreach, and special projects Minimum Qualifications Some college coursework, an associate degree, or equivalent experience Experience providing direct service to teens in grades 6-12, such as in education or in teen engagement (e.g., afterschool or extracurricular programs) What You Bring Excellent communication and social skills Cultural awareness and the ability to serve a diverse community Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility Broad knowledge of cultural trends as they relate to teens and knowledge of teen development Strong computer skills and familiarity with technology A flexible, creative mindset and a genuine love of public service Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree Experience working in a public library Working Conditions This position involves both desk and active work, including standing, walking, lifting materials, and frequent computer use. Availability for days, evenings, and weekends may be required. Skokie Public Library offers: An opportunity to work in a collaborative and compassionate environment alongside talented colleagues in service to a diverse, vibrant community The pay range for new hires in this position is $22.10 to $24 per hour. Offers are made within this range based on competencies, experience, and internal equity. Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Calm subscription, Transit benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District