Youth Programs & Reading Advocate (Part-Time)

Illinois; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Sick leave

IMRF retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The New Lenox Public Library District is seeking a friendly, collaborative part-time Youth Services Specialist to support children, families, and educators through reference, readers advisory, and engaging programs. This role emphasizes service with a welcoming atmosphere and collaboration with library staff.

The position includes responsible duties at the public desk, collection development, and outreach activities aligned with library goals, in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or LTA certificate or relevant experience.
• Public library experience with diverse patrons is preferred.
• Comfortable with technology and library systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, high-quality customer service at the public service desk.
• Deliver reference and readers advisory services for children's literature.
• Present programming for birth through eighth grade and families.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Youth literature knowledge

Digital services familiarity

Education

Associates degree or LTA certificate or relevant experience

Job description

The New Lenox Public Library District is seeking a friendly, collaborative part-time Youth Services Specialist to support children, families, and educators through reference, readers advisory, and engaging programs. This role emphasizes service with a welcoming atmosphere and collaboration with library staff.

The position includes responsible duties at the public desk, collection development, and outreach activities aligned with library goals, in a supportive environment.