Children's Services Reference Assistant

RAILS Libraries; La Grange Park (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

La Grange Park Public Library District in Illinois seeks an enthusiastic assistant for the Children’s Services Department. You will handle reference and reader’s advisory services at the desk, help host children’s programs, and assist patrons with technology in a collaborative, diverse community setting.

Evening and weekend work are required; MLIS candidates are encouraged to apply. Starting salary is $17 per hour, with 18 hours per week and paid time off prorated across holidays and

Qualifications

• Two years of college minimum; bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least one year of work experience in a customer-focused environment; library experience preferred.
• Employment is contingent upon a background check.

Responsibilities

• Staff public service desks, performing reference and reader’s advisory services.
• Assist with and host educational and recreational programs for children.
• Assist in the use of technology.

Skills

Customer service

Reference interview

Reader’s advisory

Program support

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Technology tools

Public computers

Job description

The La Grange Park Public Library District is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and reliable assistant for our busy Children’s Services Department. The right candidate will love working with a diverse community in a collaborative environment and have the skills to work effectively and independently. We are seeking a confident, hardworking, and dedicated individual who possesses excellent customer service skills. Evening and weekend work required. MLIS candidates are encouraged to apply.

Duties:

• Works public service desks, performing reference and reader’s advisory services
• Assists with and hosts educational and recreational programs for children
• Assists in the use of technology

Performance Expectations:

• Ability to conduct a successful reference interviewand perform responsible internet searching
• Willingness to learn new skills and procedures; easily adaptable to change
• A team player who contributes to a positive work environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum two years of college; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum one year of work experience in a customer focused environment; library experience preferred
• Employment is contingent upon a background check

Compensation:

• Hiring salary range: Starting at $17 DOQ
• 18 hours per week
• Annual paid time off (prorated): Paid leave, 9 holidays, 12 sick days, 3 personal days

La Grange Park Public Library District
555 N. La Grange Rd.
La Grange Park , IL 60526

Location

La Grange Park Public Library District, Cook County