Adult Collections Librarian--Part-Time, Average of 22.5 hours per week position

Glenview Public Library•Glenview, IL

11d•$28 - $35

About The Position

Glenview Public Library is seeking a proactive, creative, service-focused part-time Adult Collections Librarian to connect the community with adult fiction, nonfiction, and digital resources. The role combines collection development expertise with engaging promotion, including social media content, displays, reading lists, and website and newsletter contributions. The librarian will also provide reference and readers’ advisory service and promote the library’s digital collections, databases, and other resources. The position averages 22.5 hours per week. The regular schedule is Mondays 1:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m., and Fridays 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., with a four-week weekend rotation. Weekend hours are Saturdays 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and Sundays 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. The pay range is $28.00–$35.00 per hour. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, the IMRF pension program, paid time off, and other related benefits. Health, dental, and vision insurance premiums are 100% employee-paid through payroll deduction.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree is required.
Enthusiasm for adult fiction and nonfiction, curiosity about publishing trends, and a desire to share books with others.
Familiarity with social media and an interest in creating engaging collection-focused content.
Strong communication skills and a welcoming, relationship-focused approach to patron service.
Creativity, initiative, and the ability to manage projects and work collaboratively.
Comfort using technology and a commitment to continued learning.
Candidates without a Master’s degree must have at least five years of progressively responsible Library experience serving adults or working in a comparable role.

Nice To Haves

An MLIS from an ALA-accredited program is preferred; candidates anticipating graduation within one year will be considered.
A Master’s degree in Education, Instructional Technology, or a closely related field may be considered with relevant professional Library experience.

Responsibilities

Select, evaluate, and maintain adult collections using community insight, publishing knowledge, and data.
Influence collection-focused social media posts, reels, website content, and newsletter contributions in collaboration with colleagues.
Develop inviting displays, reading lists, and other promotions that increase collection discovery and use.
Provide reference and readers’ advisory service at public service desks, helping patrons find materials and resources that match their interests and needs.
Promote digital collections, databases, and other resources that support learning and exploration.
Collaborate across departments to connect collection promotion with library services and strategic goals.