Employment Opportunities

Youth Services Librarian II – Part Time

Job Title: Youth Services Librarian II

FT/PT: Part-Time, 25 hours a week, non-exempt position

Salary: $23.00 per hour (depending on qualifications, experience, and organizational equity)

Hours: Includes day, evening, and rotating weekend hours

Position Description:

The Bloomingdale Public Library is seeking qualified applicants for a part-time Youth Services Librarian. The ideal candidate will be creative, detail-oriented, tech savvy, a self-starter with great customer service skills and knowledgeable of the trends in the youth literature and literacy.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Youth Services Desk duties, including readers’ advisory
  • Collection development of youth material
  • Creating, preparing, and performing storytimes along with other youth programming
  • Outreach services to schools, and other community partners
  • Participate in library special events
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS
  • Minimum 2 year experience in Youth Services or comparable business/organization
  • Knowledge of reference and readers’ advisory practices
  • Understanding of current and emerging technology trends
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
  • An ability to communicate effectively and provide outstanding customer service

Benefits:

  • 50 hours paid vacation/full fiscal year
  • Board approved paid holidays
  • Inclusion in IMRF: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
  • Dental/Vision insurance paid for by employee (optional)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (optional)
  • 457/Mission Square Retirement Fund (optional)
  • Professional Development - Continuing education opportunities

Deadline: Open until filled

Please email cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Katie Richert
Youth Services Department Head
Bloomingdale Public Library
101 Fairfield Way
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
jobs@mybpl.org