Librarian I

City of Springfield, Illinois•Springfield, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

City of Springfield is seeking applicants for Librarian I. This position is within the Lincoln Library Department and Division. The work location is 326 S. 7TH ST SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, 62701 United States. Hours vary, including rotating nights and weekends, with shifts from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The starting rate is $31.14 per hour. This position is open to all applicants and is part of the AFSCME 3738 union. The final date to apply is 8/17/2026 at 5:59 PM.

Requirements

Master's degree in library science required.
Strong customer service, communication, and research skills are essential.
Ability to exercise sound professional judgment, assist patrons with diverse information needs, and effectively use print and electronic reference resources.

Nice To Haves

Experience planning and presenting public programs is preferred.
Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.
To be eligible to apply, current City employees must have completed their probationary period and attained certified status in their current position.

Responsibilities

Assist customers in locating and using library materials, resources, and technology.
Provide reference and readers' advisory services to patrons of all ages.
Conduct electronic and specialized research to answer complex reference questions.
Plan and present educational and informational programs for the public.
Create engaging displays and promotional materials highlighting library collections and services.
Deliver excellent customer service while promoting access to library resources.