Adult Services Specialist

Addison Public Library • Addison, IL

12h • $26 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Addison Public Library seeks a service-focused librarian to help connect patrons with their interests and information needs. You will facilitate and create programs focusing on consumer health information and provide an exceptional patron experience at the Adult Services desk. Additionally, you will help offer 1-on-1 technology support, lead technology classes, create digital and physical displays, and provide vital access to information. Our Specialists support a learning culture and are expected to share their expertise with coworkers. You'll also have the opportunity to work on special projects and participate in library-wide committees. Our community is diverse, and your co-workers are too, so being comfortable engaging with a wide variety of ages, cultures, and abilities is essential.

Requirements

• MLS from an ALA-accredited institution is required.
• Proficient in the use of technology.
• Excellent research skills.
• Knowledge of tools and techniques to provide readers' advisory and references.
• Comfortable engaging with a wide variety of ages, cultures, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Enrollment in an ALA-accredited library science graduate program may be considered in place of the degree requirements.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, or English and another language commonly spoken within the community we serve.
• Knows pop culture and current publishing trends.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and create programs focusing on consumer health information.
• Provide an exceptional patron experience at the Adult Services desk.
• Offer 1-on-1 technology support.
• Lead technology classes.
• Create digital and physical displays.
• Provide vital access to information.
• Share expertise with coworkers.
• Work on special projects.
• Participate in library-wide committees.

Benefits

• Generous accrued paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Educational opportunities and encouragement for professional growth.
• An organizational culture that embraces change and supports trying new ideas.
• A supportive work environment that focuses on serving the Addison community.
• A diverse community that actively uses and supports its public Library.
• Wellness resources, free telemedicine, and an employee assistance program for yourself and your immediate family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level