Part-Time Reference Librarian & Collection Specialist

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Flossmoor (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan (IMRF)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick time

Personal time

Job summary

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District is seeking a part-time library professional to assist patrons with reference inquiries, research, bibliographic tasks, and basic technical help. The role includes extensive collection development responsibilities like acquisitions and weeding, with opportunities to contribute to programming for the public.

The position requires a Master’s in Library Science or equivalent experience, with a minimum of one year in the field.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Library Science or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum one year of library experience preferred.
• ALA-accredited program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle reference inquiries and assist patrons with research and technical needs.
• Assist with collection development, acquisitions and weeding, and public programming support.

Skills

Reference inquiries

Research skills

Bibliographic research

Service oriented

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science

Job description

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District is seeking a part-time library professional to assist patrons with reference inquiries, research, bibliographic tasks, and basic technical help. The role includes extensive collection development responsibilities like acquisitions and weeding, with opportunities to contribute to programming for the public.

The position requires a Master’s in Library Science or equivalent experience, with a minimum of one year in the field.