Adult Services Library Assistant

Under the general direction of the Director, and the direct supervision of the Head of Young Adult Services, assists in providing a full range of reference, reader’s advisory, and programming services to patrons. Education/Experience Requirements: LTA (Library Technical Assistant) certificate from an accredited program, or a related associates degree preferred. At least 1 (one) year experience in a library, education, or non-for-profit is preferred Experience working with teens preferred Must be comfortable working with both teens and adults Must have excellent computer skills and be familiar with other common technology Must be able to communicate with the public and library team in a clear and professional manner both in person and on the telephone Responsibilities and Duties: Participates developing and maintaining the collection Assists in reader’s advisory and instructs patrons in the use of the library Plans and presents programs and book discussions for young adults Creates library displays, readers’ advisory handouts, and promotional materials, as needed. Contributes to department programming occasionally. Full-time staff would be expected to contribute more to programming. Completes additional tasks as assigned Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Employee must be able to work an 8 (eight) hour work shift, read normal sized print, and access all areas of the collection. Hours: Part-time (12-16 hours per week), primarily night and weekend hours. Must be willing to work at both the Oswego Campus and the Montgomery Campus. Pay: MINIMUM starting salary is $18.11/hour Location Oswego Public Library District, Kendall County #J-18808-Ljbffr Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District