Outreach Specialist (Full-Time)

Illinois; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

IMRF pension plan

457 plan option

Professional development funding

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays, sick and vacation

Job summary

Fremont Public Library District in Mundelein, IL seeks a Library Outreach Specialist to support events and public programs. The role requires evening/weekend hours, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to travel locally to promote library services.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree or 5+ years in a similar role; librarians with a Master’s are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in Windows, MS Office, and social media is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of experience in a similar position.
• Librarians with a Master's degree are encouraged to apply.
• Proficient in Windows, MS Office, and social media platforms.
• Flexible schedule to take pictures at Library events and attend outreach events after hours.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to work with different teams and staff.
• Represent the library in a professional and friendly manner.

Responsibilities

• Be able to take pictures at Library events and attend outreach events after normal business hours.
• Promote the library by traveling to different local organizations and businesses when necessary.
• Engage with the public through presentations and one-on-one interactions.
• Work with multiple teams and partnerships to support library programs.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Interpersonal skills

Professional image

Public presentations

Travel for outreach

Spanish proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Library Science

Tools

Windows

MS Office

Social media platforms

Job description

Hours & Pay

This is a year-round, full-time exempt position at 40 hours per week. Hours vary according to duties, including nights and weekends. Salary: $55,200 - $69,000, depending on qualifications.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance programs
• Retirement Plans: Employer contributions to an IMRF pension plan (required enrollment) with the option to start a 457 tax-deferred retirement savings plan.
• Professional Development: Funding for conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Counseling and wellness services.
• Paid holiday, sick and vacation time off.

Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor's degree or 5 or more years of experience working in a similar position. Librarians with a Master's degree are also encouraged to apply.
• Be proficient in Windows, MS Office, and social media platforms.
• Have an extremely flexible schedule so you are able to take pictures at Library events and attend outreach events after normal business hours.
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to work with different teams as well as in partnership with other staff.
• Exhibit a professional image and represent the library in a professional and friendly manner
• Express enthusiasm for public presentations and one-on-one engagements with the public.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to different local organizations and businesses when necessary to promote the library.
• Able to work evenings and weekends
• Proficiency in speaking Spanish highly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Manual: able to operate computer keyboard and mouse.
• Visual: able to detect color coding, read documents and a computer screen.
• Communication: Fluent in English, both written and oral. Able to speak and be heard and hear the speech of co-workers and patrons in person and over the phone. Able to be heard by a larger group of people without the aid of a microphone.
• Pushing/pulling, lifting and carrying: able to lift lightweight folding tables, manipulate a canopy tent (with assistance) and push carts of supplies to events outside the library.
• Ambulatory: able to greet and communicate with patrons in a variety of settings, including outdoor events in hot or cold weather. This work may include traveling a far distance from a parking lot to a location and/or across grassy areas with a wagonload full of supplies.

This position will remain open until October 30, 2026 or until filled, whichever comes first. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible. No emails or phone calls, please.

Fremont Public Library District - Mundelein, Lake County

$55,200 - $69,000 per year, depending on qualifications.