Evenings & Weekends: Children's Services 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

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