Youth Services Librarian

The Carol Stream Public Library is seeking a full-time Librarian who is passionate about creating programs for preschool age children and presenting engaging and animated storytimes. The position is responsible for coordinating outreach visits to area preschools and daycares. In addition to the focus on preschool services, this position will occasionally be involved with programs for school age children from Kindergarten through 8th grade. The position involves working one evening per week, with availability to work at least one weekend per month.

Full-time employees are enrolled in IMRF and eligible to enroll in benefits including BCBS HMO health plan (80% CSPL funded), Delta Dental PPO plan (employee-only coverage paid for 100% by CSPL), VSP vision insurance, retirement investment fund (pre-tax and Roth options), and Flexible Spending Accounts. Full-time employees receive life insurance coverage of $30,000 and have an option to enroll in additional supplemental life insurance. Paid time off accruals for full-time employees include 7 paid holidays, 3 Personal days, 2 Floating Holidays, 3 weeks of accrued Vacation, and 12 days of annually accrued Sick time.

Position Summary:

Provide services and programs for the knowledge and enjoyment of the Library’s customers

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide reference and reader’s advisory services by assisting customers in the location and use of Library materials and equipment
• Develop, plan and conduct Library and outreach programs
• Develop, maintain, and promote a collection of materials
• Assist Library customers with the use of Library equipment and software applications by explaining and demonstrating their operation
• Serves as Team Leader or supports Team Leader when needed which includes handling patron concerns, dealing with emergencies and assisting with the opening or closing of the facility
• Contribute to maintenance of social media, webpage, or Intranet for Department
• Work with and promote services and/or develop partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and special interest groups
• Develop material and displays for the services and collections of the Youth Services Department
• If necessary train new employees in their duties as directed by Department Manager
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education:

• MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited school required

Experience:

• One to three years working with children or teens in an educational setting required
• One to three years of outreach experience preferred
• One-year Librarian and customer service experience required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Library practices and procedures
• Strong customer service orientation
• Knowledge of books, literature, periodicals, and audiovisual material for children up to grade eight.
• Knowledge of reference, reader’s advisory, use of online public access catalogs, Internet resources, on-line databases, and emerging information technology and tools
• Knowledge of the principles, practice, and theory of collection development including selection, deselection, and evaluations tools and methods
• Ability to manage a budget
• Works collaboratively as a member of a team and independently with minimal direction
• Uses verbal, written and electronic communication effectively
• Proficient in using a personal computer, Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment and effectively operates in a web-based environment
• Applies creative problem-solving to a variety of situations

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally