Part-Time Youth Programs Specialist

Illinois; Stickney Township (IL); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Stickney-Forest View Public Library District in Stickney, IL seeks a part-time Youth Services Associate who is energetic, resourceful, and ready to assist with planning and conducting programming for children birth through high school.

The role involves desk coverage, reference and readers advisory, outreach, and collaboration with the Youth Services team; a background with children and caregivers, tech skills, and dependable transportation are valued.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or LTA preferred.
• Two years of public library experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of an Integrated Library System and basic reference transactions (holds).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills—telephone and in-person.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize.
• Independent judgment and discretion; adaptable to change.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently; maintain policies.

Responsibilities

• Provides excellent customer service through reference and readers advisory for children and their caregivers.
• Assists with the use of electronic resources such as databases, eBook platforms, and the online catalog.
• Develops, plans, and implements creative and dynamic programming for children birth-high school, as well as their caregivers.
• Assists in publicizing events through flyers and social media.
• Communicates library policies and procedures to patrons in an accurate and courteous manner.
• Assists the Department Head of Youth Services in collection development by weeding various collections on a rotating basis and providing suggestions for purchase.
• Facilitates Outreach to local organizations and schools.
• Maintains a working knowledge of children’s literature and its trends.

Skills

Customer service

Program planning

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or LTA preferred

Two years of public library experience preferred

Tools

Integrated Library System

eBook platforms

Online catalog

Job description

Stickney-Forest View Public Library District in Stickney, IL seeks a part-time Youth Services Associate who is energetic, resourceful, and ready to assist with planning and conducting programming for children birth through high school.

The role involves desk coverage, reference and readers advisory, outreach, and collaboration with the Youth Services team; a background with children and caregivers, tech skills, and dependable transportation are valued.