Lead, Adult Services & Creative Tech

Illinois Library Association; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Lifestyle Spending Account

Job summary

The Oak Park Public Library is seeking a Manager of Adult Services to lead the Adult Services department and Creative Technology team. This full-time role oversees staff, budgets, and strategic initiatives, driving equitable, patron-centered programs across in-person and digital spaces.

Reporting to Public Services leadership, the role emphasizes community engagement, staff development, and collaboration to advance lifelong learning and digital literacy in Oak Park.

Qualifications

• Understands and advances the library's vision, mission, and priorities.
• Service-oriented and committed to exceptional patron service.
• Supports a positive team environment and collaboration.
• Exhibits strong project management skills.
• Willing to adapt to changing responsibilities and priorities.
• Takes initiative to improve services, processes, and programs.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and independent thinking.
• Proficient with current technology and eager to learn new tools.
• Maintains confidentiality and has strong integrity.
• Pays attention to detail and ensures accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Hires, trains, coaches, schedules, and evaluates staff; manages workflow.
• Develops department budgets, goals, and strategic plans.
• Directs learning and professional development for staff.
• Leads programming aligned with the library's strategic plan.
• Collaborates with management to implement library-wide policies and projects.
• Engages with the community to promote services and partnerships.
• Oversees equity and customer service across both physical and digital spaces.

Skills

Organizational Alignment

Customer Service

Collaboration

Project Management

Adaptability

Initiative

Judgment

Technical Proficiency

Accountability

Accuracy

Integrity

Education

Master’s degree in library and information science

Job description

The Oak Park Public Library is seeking a Manager of Adult Services to lead the Adult Services department and Creative Technology team. This full-time role oversees staff, budgets, and strategic initiatives, driving equitable, patron-centered programs across in-person and digital spaces.

Reporting to Public Services leadership, the role emphasizes community engagement, staff development, and collaboration to advance lifelong learning and digital literacy in Oak Park.