Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District is hiring: Teen Services Libraria

Do you enjoy working with teens and their awesome energy? The Fiction/AV/Teen Department at the Mount Prospect Public Library is looking for aTeen Services Librarian to join our team. You'll collaborate with another Teen Librarian and the rest of the Fiction/AV/Teen staff to support teen patrons in grades six through twelve. This position takes the lead in programming activity in addition to material selection and staffing the public desk helping adult and teen patrons. Schedule Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday Tuesday 1pm to 9pm Friday 9am to 5pm; once every 13 weeks, 11am to 7pm Participation in a weekend rotation, approximately once every 7 weekends: Saturday 9am to 5pm & Sunday 11am to 5pm Benefits Medical, dental, and vision benefits are offered. Part of the total compensation package also includes paid time off benefits (paid holidays, vacation time, personal days, and sick leave), participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension plan, 457 retirement savings plan, pet insurance and a commuter transit benefit. Purpose Under the direct supervision of the Fiction/AV/Teen Department Head, the Teen Services Librarian is responsible for collaboratively developing and implementing a comprehensive program of services to teen patrons in grades 6-12. The position provides readers’ advisory services, performs collection development, and plans and presents programming for teens. This position also provides public services at the Fiction/AV/Teen desk. Education, Training, and Experience Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school (or equivalent education and work experience) required. Minimum one year’s experience in a public service librarian position required Experience working with teen patrons required Mount Prospect Public Library, Cook County #J-18808-Ljbffr