20 Hr Part-Time Adult & Teen Services Specialist

New Lenox Public Library is looking for a collaborative, knowledgeable, dynamic, and resourceful self-starter to join our Library team. This part-time Adult & Teen Services Specialist role will assist adult and teen patrons through reference interactions, readers' advisory, programming, outreach, and more. If you enjoy collaboration and are passionate about advocating for adults and teens, this position is for you! QUALIFICATIONS Associates degree from accredited institution or LTA certificate or relevant experience Public library experience working with patrons of all ages preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Strong organizational skills Familiarity with both fiction and non-fiction literature for teens and adults Knowledge of digital services offered Familiarity with Illinois and Federal laws as they apply to public libraries including privacy and copyright preferred DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides front-line service at the Adult & Teen Services desk, including readers’ advisory, research assistance, and responses to in-person and phone inquiries. Assists patrons with library services, technology, databases, digital resources, program registration, and study and conference room reservations. Participates in planning and implementation of programs for adults and teens May provide notary services and process incoming and outgoing Interlibrary Loan (ILL) deliveries Participates in collection development, maintenance, and displays per Adult and Teen Services Manager’s guidance Collect daily patron transactions and balance register regularly Public service desk time accounts for approximately 50 percent of scheduled hours May specialize in teen services Attends outreach events as needed Locates materials and places holds using the library catalog. Searches shelves and carts to locate items for patrons REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES Ensures that library spaces are a clean, safe, and welcoming space for all patrons Demonstrates creativity, initiative, and ability to work independently to achieve personal, department, library focused goals Comfortable with technology, which may include e-readers, ILS systems, databases, Canva and Google/Microsoft Suites Supports Library-wide initiatives, programming and outreach Participates in continuing education and training, including bi-annual Staff Days Maintains an atmosphere conducive to connecting, creating, and exploring Supports onboarding experience for new staff members Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with Staff and Patrons Keeps up to date with best practices by researching and attending workshops, trainings and relevant Continued Education opportunities Displays high level of confidentiality in regards to sensitive information Cross trains in all departments of the Library to serve as a backup for Library Staff Access to transportation and ability to travel Performs other duties as assigned WHAT WE OFFER Salary Range: Salary Range: $18.64 - $19.80 per hour Paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays Additional paid leave time accrued at a rate of 1 hour per 40 hours worked Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Tuition assistance program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) This part-time, non-exempt position is scheduled for 20 hours per week and includes days, nights, and weekends. The selected candidate will report to the Adult & Teen Services Manager. The New Lenox Public Library District enhances the quality of life in our community by fostering lifelong discovery, education, and opportunity. The library serves a population of approximately 41,000 residents. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls, please. Application Contact Monica Waligorski, Adult & Teen Services Manager Apply To #J-18808-Ljbffr Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District