Teen Services Advisor

Average Weekly Hours: 25|FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Do you think teens are terrific? Are you passionate about creating a welcoming space
for students in grades 6-12? Do you want to be a part of a collaborative and fun team
that makes a difference in young people’s lives? If so, this may be the job for you!

The Indian Trails Public Library District (ITPLD) is seeking a Teen Services Advisor to

join our Youth Services team. The Advisor would contribute to a dedicated and
dynamic team that focuses on creating a positive and welcoming library experience
for our members. This position is a part-time opportunity with an average work
week of 25 hours.

We serve 64,423 residents in the communities of Wheeling, Buffalo Grove and
Prospect Heights. We are committed to our vision of embracing culture, connecting
community and igniting curiosity.

Some of the job duties include:

• Welcoming members to the Youth Services area.

• Staffing the active and dynamic Teen Space area and supporting the Youth Services

desk as needed by providing service to members in-person and over the phone.

• Helping to maintain a positive environment by providing exceptional customer

service.

• Assisting members in finding information and materials

• Assisting members with e-resources, computers, iPads, video games and other

devices.

• Staying up to date with children’s and young adult (YA) literature to provide proficient

readers’ advisory.

• Assisting in programming with a focus on teens and middle school members within

the library and in the local community such as area schools.

• Assisting with maintaining the collection as needed.

• Generating and maintaining reports and statistics as needed.

• Assisting the Youth Services staff on various projects.

This opportunity requires:

• A bachelor’s degree or minimum 2 years relevant experience.

• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Experience working with teens in grades 6 to 12.

• The ability to communicate effectively, use good judgment in the decision-making

process, and work both independently and as part of a team.

• The ability to use computers and relevant software including Microsoft products.

• The flexibility to be able to work weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Fluency in a second language is desirable.

• Reliable transportation to arrive to work on time for scheduled shifts.

Hourly rate of $18.75 - $21.00 depending on qualifications. This position is eligible for
pro-rated vacation and sick time and mandatory participation in the IMRF pension plan.
The library supports continued learning and professional growth including job training
for new employees.

To apply:
Send a cover letter and resume via e-mail to HR at hr@itpld.org.
Please include the job title in the subject line. No phone calls please.