Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District is hiring: Adult Services Librari

Are you a lifelong learner interested in developing your career as a librarian? Do you enjoy working with a variety of people and helping them find resources? Do you want to further your experience in Collection Development? If so, the Adult Services position at the Highland Park Library could be a perfect fit for you! This role offers the unique opportunity to expand your collection development knowledge through professional review sources and community engagement. This role will also run programs and work at the reference desk providing an inclusive, friendly, and innovative environment. Our team values working collaboratively to connect patrons with the appropriate resources. About the Library The Highland Park Public Library’s most valuable resource is our team. We recruit creative, enthusiastic, and caring individuals whose work will build relationships and enrich lives. We work to create and support an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusion for the benefit of our employees, our collections, our programs and services, and our community. Job Location: This position is on site in Highland Park, IL Benefits: 60 hours paid vacation per year 48 hours of paid sick time per year IMRF Retirement Benefits Responsibilities Support patrons on finding information and reader’s services at a busy public desk Demonstrate, assist and instruct members in the use of information technologies and library equipment, such as the online catalog, online databases, Web resources, microform equipment, photocopiers, scanners, computers, tablets, e-readers, and related devices and with digital collections, downloading and streaming. Collection development and maintenance of assigned areas Participate in community collaborative and outreach activities. Serve as liaison to schools, business community, Park District, City of Highland Park, and other community organizations and agencies, as assigned. Program development, implementation, and evaluation Assist in the development and maintenance of department documents, forms and procedures and the intranet Site. Person-in-charge (PIC) duties including partnering with manager to open and close the library Requirements 1+ year librarian experience Experience at a public library a plus Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution Bilingual (Spanish/English) ability is desired Knowledge of nonfiction and international collections Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with the public Experience with content management systems is desirable How to Apply Apply to: If you are looking for a part time librarian role where you can develop programs, expand collection developments, and assist patrons we would love to hear from you! Please submit both your resume and cover letter to https://hplibrary.recruitpro.com/jobs/309138-62793.html Location HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY, Lake County Hours Part-time (20 hours per week). The hours include Monday evenings, and a rotating weekend (Saturday and Sunday) once per month. $25.00 - $30.16 per hour based on education, previous work experience, and training #J-18808-Ljbffr