Youth Programs & Service Assistant

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Villa Park, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Job summary

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District in Villa Park, IL seeks a flexible Public Services Associate for Youth Services to provide friendly, technology-savvy service to patrons of all ages, with a focus on youth. The role involves planning and leading programs, assisting at service desks, and supporting reading initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) and experience with children and families, plus strong bilingual or language skills for outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; experience with children and families; strong service orientation.
• Spanish or Urdu language skills encouraged for outreach.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and conduct youth and family programs.
• Assist at service desks with reference questions and readers' advisory.
• Provide computer troubleshooting and tech support to patrons.

Skills

Customer service

Youth programming

Technology skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Library databases

Job description

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District in Villa Park, IL seeks a flexible Public Services Associate for Youth Services to provide friendly, technology-savvy service to patrons of all ages, with a focus on youth. The role involves planning and leading programs, assisting at service desks, and supporting reading initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) and experience with children and families, plus strong bilingual or language skills for outreach.