North Suburban Library System Jobs

Head of Youth Services [Plainfield Public Library District]

Plainfield Public Library District — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Are you a creative, energetic, customer-oriented librarian who loves kids and is looking for a challenge? Are you ready for a library that will grow along with your skills? Then this is the job for you! Plainfield Public Library District continues to grow in service, with all statistical counts booming! Planning is underway for an April 2009 referendum. Job responsibilities include all of the usual stuff: kids ' reference, programming, readers advisory, collection development, etc. You 'll oversee a staff of 6 FTE, serving patrons from birth through grade 12. Experienced candidates preferred – this is no job for a rookie!

Head of Children's and Programming Services [Warren-Newport Public Library District]

Warren-Newport Public Library District — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Principal responsibilities: manages staff of 14 (8 FTE, 4 FT) in providing children 's services and coordinating programs and activities for the entire library; reports to the library director and participates as a member of the management team; supervises provision of children 's reference, reader 's advisory, and early literacy services; coordinates library meeting room reservations, display case reservations, and library art displays.

Information Services Manager [Arlington Heights Memorial Library]

Arlington Heights Memorial Library — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Do you know what the future of information services looks like? Come shape Reference with us by leading a talented staff through the next evolution in customer-centered reference services. We are looking for a fearless librarian and leader with passion, vision, and commitment who knows how to think both inside and outside of the box.

Manager, Library Collections [Follett Library Resources]

Follett Library Resources — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Follett Library Services, the leading distributor of books and other media to school libraries worldwide, seeks an experienced school library professional to lead its Library Collections staff. This position manages the Library Collections department, oversees and coordinates opening day collections, Titlewise and TitleMap collections, and bibliographic subject lists. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including medical and dental coverage, 401k, profit sharing, flexible spending plans, professional development, and more. All in a business casual working environment in our state-of-art headquarters and distribution center in northwest suburban McHenry, Illinois a suburb of Chicago, Illinois.

Information Technology Assistant [Bellwood Public Library]

Bellwood Public Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Part-time position supporting and maintaining all computers in the library. Maintains and troubleshoots the LAN, performs simple repairs and installations of PC equipment. Oversees the computers available for public use and answers computer-related questions from the public.

System Administrator [Sycamore Public Library]

Sycamore Public Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Sycamore Public Library is hiring a part-time Systems Administrator. The person in this role is responsible for managing the day-to-day IT operation including systems analysis, programming, troubleshooting, maintenance, and computer auxiliary operations. This individual will assist library staff with general IT support and training issues and is responsible for dealing with hardware and software vendors and technical support issues. This person will also teach small, hands-on classes in computer and internet skills, and Microsoft Office applications. 15 hours per week, including some hours during normal business hours.

Circulation Clerk I [Deerfield Public Library]

Deerfield Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

We are looking for a service-oriented person with a great sense of humor to join us at the Circulation desk. Responsibilities include checking materials both in and out of the library, issuing library cards, directing patrons, answering phones, and some shelving. Additional duties as assigned. Must be able to work on a rotating weekend shift which includes Fridays and Saturdays with at least two Sundays a month from 12:30-5:15 p.m.

Mobile Library Circulation Assistant [Des Plaines Public Library]

Des Plaines Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

If you like books, movies, music, and working with people of all ages, you'd like this job. The Des Plaines Public Library is seeking a friendly and enthusiastic driver for the Mobile Library to work 20 hours a week, including a Saturday rotation. Duties: Drive mobile library vehicle; recommend books, movies, and music to patrons; check materials in and out.

Page I [Deerfield Public Library]

Deerfield Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to shelve library materials. Responsibilities include shelving and retrieving materials, maintaining shelves in proper order, checking in materials, and other related duties. Position requires 6-8 hours/week, Applicants must be available Saturdays.

Circulation/Tech Services Aide [Bloomingdale Public Library]

Bloomingdale Public Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This position includes the flexibility to work morning, afternoon, and weekend shifts in the Circulation/Technical Services Department. The primary duties of this position are to return materials back to the shelf and organize items on the shelves. A complete job description is available in the Business Office.

Page/Shelver [Mount Prospect Public Library]

Mount Prospect Public Library — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Two part-time jobs available. Major responsibility is shelving library materials. This is not a summer or temporary job. Schedule #17 Print Page: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday noon to 3 p.m. and Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Schedule # 15 AV Page: Every Monday and Wednesday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., every other Friday 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and every other Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Interlibrary Loan Associate [Warren-Newport Public Library]

Warren-Newport Public Library — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Position reports to the Head of Technical Services and Interlibrary Loan. Serves as primary customer service contact for ILL. Searches ILL requests in OCLC and local OPAC using ILLiad software. Performs circulation functions: checkouts/ins; overdues and invoices in ILLiad and local ILS (SirsiDynix). Processes outgoing/incoming ILL titles according to local, state, and national ILL code. Maintains current custom hold paths in OCLC. Maintains cooperative working relationship with ILL departments in other libraries/systems. Assesses and proposes improvements to ILL services. Writes local ILL procedures. For qualified individual, this position offers the potential to expand responsibilities to include some copy-cataloging.

Adult Services Librarian [Glencoe Public Library]

Glencoe Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Enthusiastic, service-oriented librarian wanted. We offer a collegial working environment in a supportive community of well-educated library users. Duties include reference, readers' advisory, and computer assistance to patrons and collection management for designated subject areas. Position averages 10-15 hours per week including some evening, Saturday, and Sunday hours.

Youth Services Librarian [Bellwood Public Library]

Bellwood Public Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Seeking a forward-thinking, creative, energetic librarian who enjoys working with children. Must be resourceful, service-oriented, and a team player. Responsible for all activities of the Children's Department, including collection development and supervision of five employees. Plans, implements, and publicizes programs. Builds relationships with area schools and other community organizations as an advocate for children. Performs outreach activities to daycare centers and schools together with other library staff. Performs reference and reader's advisory duties. Assumes the role of librarian-in-charge when needed. Assists patrons with computer activities such as word processing, Internet searching, and database use.

Part-Time Adult Services Librarian [Glenside Public Library District]

Glenside Public Library District — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Glenside Public Library District is seeking a dynamic reference librarian with a passion for customer service to join our team. Duties include: reference, reader 's advisory, and materials selection for our foreign language and literacy collections. This is a part-time position, consisting of every Thursday evening from 5-9:15 p.m., every Friday 12:15-5:15 p.m., every other Saturday 8:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m., and every third Sunday 12:45-5:15 p.m.

Adult Services Librarian [Naperville Public Library]

Naperville Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Adult Services Librarian performs functions to assist library patrons and maintains the adult material collections.

Reference Librarian [Deerfield Public Library]

Deerfield Public Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Due to a promotion, we are seeking a service-oriented technology enthusiast for our dynamic and busy Reference Department. Responsibilities include taking an active role in library outreach, nonfiction readers ' advisory, reference work, and nonfiction collection development. For a full job description, please visit our website and go to the About Us section. www.deerfieldlibrary.org

Reference Librarian, Temporary [Lake Forest College]

Lake Forest College — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Lake Forest College is seeking a part-time librarian to provide evening reference during a librarian 's short-term leave. Duties include providing reference, supervising reference student workers, and communicating with the circulation and other library staff. This position is temporary from October 20 until December 16, 2008. The librarian will cover evening reference shifts Monday – Thursday 7–10 p.m. for a total of 12 hours a week. During final exams in December there will be approximately five nights of working until 2 a.m. for library's extended hours.

Teen Services Librarian [Deerfield Public Library]

Deerfield Public Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

cre.ate: (v.) to cause to happen; bring about; arrange, as by intention or design. Help us create a new space, custom services, and collection designed specifically for high school-aged users. In this newly-created full-time position, the Teen Services Librarian will develop innovative programming, outreach, readers ' advisory, and curriculum support for teens. This is the dream job for anyone who loves working with teens. Bring your passion to a supportive environment where you can build exciting physical and virtual service points from the ground up. Visit www.deerfieldlibrary.org for full job description.

Librarian 1 [Barrington Area Library]

Barrington Area Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The Barrington Area Library is seeking an enthusiastic librarian interested in providing and promoting library service to young adults. This person will be responsible for the YA collection, YA programming, and will launch the new Barrington Area Library Teen Advisory Group. As a member of the Adult Services team, reference and readers ' advisory, collection development, and computer class instruction are also among the responsibilities the position offers. Benefits, 37.5 hours/week. Includes evenings and weekends. The Barrington Area Library is close to the Metra station.

Maintenance - Building Services Department [Mount Prospect Public Library]

Mount Prospect Public Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Part-time position available. Responsible for the upkeep of the library building and property. Repair of equipment, building and grounds maintenance, and some janitorial/housekeeping. Also included with this job is meeting room setup and assisting with building security. Schedule (15 hours a week): Tuesday and Friday 3-11 p.m.

Publicity and Event Assistant [Mount Prospect Public Library]

Mount Prospect Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Part-time position available - 10 scheduled hours a week. Responsible for assisting with library-wide special events and activities, as well as library participation in community events. This position involves extensive contact with the staff, Foundation and Friends volunteers, and the public. Regular schedule: Tuesday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Schedule flexible. On occasion schedule may include night or weekend hours for events or meetings. If needed on occasion work week may include additional hours (no more than 19 total for week).

Adult Library Associate [Northlake Public Library District]

Northlake Public Library District — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Reference and readers ' advisory desk duties; may prepare bibliographies, bulletin boards, and displays. Teaching basic computer classes to library patrons 1-2 times a month and may occasionally lead fiction book group. There is a small bit of collection development responsibilities with this position.

Switchboard Operator [Skokie Public Library]

Skokie Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Under the general direction of the Circulation Assistant Department Head, provides prompt, courteous, and efficient handling of the switchboard. Prepares items for Library Express, handles incoming AskCirc questions, and maintains department supplies.

Youth Services Associate [Fremont Public Library]

Fremont Public Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Work a busy reference desk in the Youth Services Department, serving children from birth to age 18. Duties include providing reader 's advisory and reference to youth and their caregivers, assisting youth working on computers, and registering patrons for programs. 12-16 hours per week, looking specifically for Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5-9.

Library Greeter [Glenside Public Library District]

Glenside Public Library District — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Newly-created, 12 hour per week position will welcome the public, provide basic directional assistance, notify patrons of available library services/programs, and enforce the library 's discipline policy to ensure a welcoming environment. Other duties as assigned. Hours: Monday through Thursday 3–5:30 p.m. and Friday 3–5 p.m.

Acquisitions Clerk - Collection Management [Mount Prospect Public Library]

Mount Prospect Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Full-time position - 37.5 hours weekly. Responsible for major and minor clerical tasks for Collection Management including entering on order records, creating purchase orders, data entry and searching, deliveries, receiving materials, filing, and copying. IMRF benefits. Schedule: Weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Position will start October 13, 2008. See www.mppl.org for complete job description.

Page/Shelver - Collection Management Department [Mount Prospect Public Library]

Mount Prospect Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Part-time jobs available as Pages. Major responsibility is shelving library materials. AV Page (Schedule #14): Week A, Tuesday and Thursday 5-9 p.m.; Week B, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 5-9 p.m. Print Page (Schedule #17): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday noon to 3 p.m. and Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. See www.mppl.org for detailed job description.

Library Assistant [Wauconda Area Library]

Wauconda Area Library — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Seeking a part-time library assistant to work 16-20 hours per week (including two evenings each week, two Saturdays per month, and Sunday afternoons on a rotating basis). Duties include reference, readers ' advisory, materials selection, and programming. Ability to work extra daytime hours to cover staff vacations and other absences desired.

Library Assistant [Grayslake Area Public Library]

Grayslake Area Public Library — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Busy library with dynamic, outgoing, creative Youth Services Department seeks lifelong learner to join team as Library Assistant. This position is approximately 11 hours a week, Monday and Tuesday mornings 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and one Saturday and Sunday a month. Primary duties include reference, reader 's advisory, programming, and ability to assist basic PC questions. Required some knowledge of children 's literature, good programming skills, creativity, and experience with children. Participating in monthly staff meetings and preparing displays included.