Teen Services Specialist (part-time)

TEEN SERVICES SPECIALIST 

(Non-exempt)

Part-time 

Schedule: Part-time 18hrs. a week

• Mondays 3-9pm
• Wednesdays 3-9pm
• Saturdays 12-6pm
• In the summer, the Monday and Wednesday shifts will be 2-8pm instead of 3-9pm

Are you passionate about supporting teens to become their best selves and contribute to their community? If so, Skokie Public Library is looking for you! 

As a Teen Services Specialist, you will be part of a team that helps young people in middle and high school explore interests, learn, and grow. You’ll provide a welcoming and supportive environment in the Teen Room, connect patrons to library resources, and respond to the needs and requests of teens in the library. 

What You’ll Do 

• Staff the library’s 6th-12th grade Teen Room and maintain a supportive environment while responding to readers’ advisory and other requests 

• Promote and help teens navigate library resources and services 

• Provide friendly, responsive customer service to all library patrons 

• Offer personalized reading and viewing recommendations 

• Answer basic informational questions and assist with library resources 

• Help maintain library displays 

• Collaborate with colleagues on programs, outreach, and special projects 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Some college coursework, an associate degree, or equivalent experience  

• Experience providing direct service to teens in grades 6-12, such as in education or in teen engagement (e.g., afterschool or extracurricular programs) 

What You Bring 

• Excellent communication and social skills 

• Cultural awareness and the ability to serve a diverse community 

• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility 

• Broad knowledge of cultural trends as they relate to teens and knowledge of teen development   

• Strong computer skills and familiarity with technology   

• A flexible, creative mindset and a genuine love of public service 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree  

• Experience working in a public library 

Working Conditions 

This position involves both desk and active work, including standing, walking, lifting materials, and frequent computer use. Availability for days, evenings, and weekends may be required. 

Skokie Public Library offers:

• An opportunity to work in a collaborative and compassionate environment alongside talented colleagues in service to a diverse, vibrant community
• The pay range for new hires in this position is $22.10 to $24 per hour. Offers are made within this range based on competencies, experience, and internal equity.
• Benefits: Sick pay, Employee Assistance Program, Calm subscription, Transit benefits

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Read full job description here: Teen Services Specialist

Visit https://skokielibrary.info/about/jobs/ and click on the link to access the application. In order to be considered, you must include a cover letter and resume when you apply. Position open until filled.

Salary : $22 - $24