Schaumburg Township District Library
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The Schaumburg Township District Library has an onsite part‑time Teen Library Associate position. The role is 30 hour/week and focuses on guidance, direction, and instruction for patrons. It follows a 5‑week rotation and requires flexibility.
Schedule
Weeks 1 and 4: Monday 2:15 pm‑9:00 pm, Wednesday 11:30 am‑7:00 pm, Thursday 11:30 am‑7:00 pm, Saturday 8:45 am‑5:00 pm
Weeks 2, 3 and 5: Monday 1:30 pm‑9:00 pm, Wednesday 1:30 pm‑9:00 pm, Thursday 1:30 pm‑9:00 pm, Friday 11:30 am‑7:00 pm
Pay ranges from $20.51 to $24.62 per hour, based on skills and qualifications.
Benefits Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent), Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Short‑Term Disability, Education Assistance, paid Holidays, paid Vacation, Personal and Sick days, paid Parental Leave, 457 Retirement Plan, Pet Insurance.
Position Summary The Library Associate is responsible for assessing and fulfilling patrons’ needs for information or materials and providing guidance, direction, and instruction. Additional duties include developing teen‑targeted programs, assisting with high school and community outreach, providing readers’ advisory, and supporting collection maintenance.
Requirements for All Employees
Team‑player who works effectively with patrons, staff, supervisors, and others.
Ability to learn, perform, and understand job functions in overall library operations.
Independent function efficiently in a changing environment with frequent interruptions.
Good judgment with focus on details.
Follow all library policies and procedures.
Commitment to incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles into everyday work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Create and implement age‑appropriate programs and services.
Assist with the Teen Book Box program, as requested.
Assess patrons’ needs effectively in person, over the phone, or in writing.
Develop strong research skills to help patrons to the fullest degree possible.
Work effectively with all age groups, especially teens.
Give information, based on a primary source, from a reliable authority; never personal opinion.
Manage and complete special projects, as requested.
Provide reference services and readers’ advisory to a diverse population.
Be a creative problem‑solver who takes responsibility to satisfy a patron’s request.
Assist patrons with available technology (e.g., computers, gaming systems).
Keep current on age‑appropriate trends and issues in libraries.
Conduct teen department tours, presentations, and community outreach.
Professional Development
Collection:
Maintain working knowledge of reference tools and materials, online catalog, Internet resources, and social media.
Instruct patrons in the use of reference tools and materials, online catalog, and Internet.
Maintain working knowledge of the circulating collection.
Assist with collection maintenance as requested.
Community:
Stay informed about local officials, organizations, clubs, businesses, schools, social agencies, etc.
Keep apprised of neighboring public and special libraries, their strengths and weaknesses.
Keep current on popular trends inside and outside of the library world and apply best practices.
Other Duties
Assist with school services and other programs as assigned.
Maintain professional involvement in the library science industry.
Refine or enhance reference skills by reading professional literature and attending seminars, workshops, and professional meetings.
Attend meetings and training as required or requested.
Keep current on the theories of teen learning and brain development and their application to library services.
Keep current on teen trends, emerging technologies, issues, and research in librarianship, education, and allied fields.
Other duties as assigned.
ul> Workplace Expectations
Treat all patrons and employees fairly and with an open mind.
Maintain patron and employee confidentiality.
Communicate clearly in all formats: in person, via telephone, and in writing.
Utilize positive conflict‑resolution strategies while working through difficult interactions with patrons and/or co‑workers.
Manage time to maximize productivity; work individually in a self‑directed manner and as part of a team.
Be a Library Ambassador with patrons, the community, and co‑workers.
Maintain flexibility and willingness to work in a dynamic, busy, and changing environment.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four‑year college or university is required.
Experience developing and facilitating programs for teens.
Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications is required.
The deadline to apply for the job posting is: January 12, 2026.
Schaumburg Township District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The Schaumburg Township District Library has an onsite part‑time Teen Library Associate position. The role is 30 hour/week and focuses on guidance, direction, and instruction for patrons. It follows a 5‑week rotation and requires flexibility.
Schedule
Weeks 1 and 4: Monday 2:15 pm‑9:00 pm, Wednesday 11:30 am‑7:00 pm, Thursday 11:30 am‑7:00 pm, Saturday 8:45 am‑5:00 pm
Weeks 2, 3 and 5: Monday 1:30 pm‑9:00 pm, Wednesday 1:30 pm‑9:00 pm, Thursday 1:30 pm‑9:00 pm, Friday 11:30 am‑7:00 pm
Pay ranges from $20.51 to $24.62 per hour, based on skills and qualifications.
Benefits Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent), Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Short‑Term Disability, Education Assistance, paid Holidays, paid Vacation, Personal and Sick days, paid Parental Leave, 457 Retirement Plan, Pet Insurance.
Position Summary The Library Associate is responsible for assessing and fulfilling patrons’ needs for information or materials and providing guidance, direction, and instruction. Additional duties include developing teen‑targeted programs, assisting with high school and community outreach, providing readers’ advisory, and supporting collection maintenance.
Requirements for All Employees
Team‑player who works effectively with patrons, staff, supervisors, and others.
Ability to learn, perform, and understand job functions in overall library operations.
Independent function efficiently in a changing environment with frequent interruptions.
Good judgment with focus on details.
Follow all library policies and procedures.
Commitment to incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles into everyday work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Create and implement age‑appropriate programs and services.
Assist with the Teen Book Box program, as requested.
Assess patrons’ needs effectively in person, over the phone, or in writing.
Develop strong research skills to help patrons to the fullest degree possible.
Work effectively with all age groups, especially teens.
Give information, based on a primary source, from a reliable authority; never personal opinion.
Manage and complete special projects, as requested.
Provide reference services and readers’ advisory to a diverse population.
Be a creative problem‑solver who takes responsibility to satisfy a patron’s request.
Assist patrons with available technology (e.g., computers, gaming systems).
Keep current on age‑appropriate trends and issues in libraries.
Conduct teen department tours, presentations, and community outreach.
Professional Development
Collection:
Maintain working knowledge of reference tools and materials, online catalog, Internet resources, and social media.
Instruct patrons in the use of reference tools and materials, online catalog, and Internet.
Maintain working knowledge of the circulating collection.
Assist with collection maintenance as requested.
Community:
Stay informed about local officials, organizations, clubs, businesses, schools, social agencies, etc.
Keep apprised of neighboring public and special libraries, their strengths and weaknesses.
Keep current on popular trends inside and outside of the library world and apply best practices.
Other Duties
Assist with school services and other programs as assigned.
Maintain professional involvement in the library science industry.
Refine or enhance reference skills by reading professional literature and attending seminars, workshops, and professional meetings.
Attend meetings and training as required or requested.
Keep current on the theories of teen learning and brain development and their application to library services.
Keep current on teen trends, emerging technologies, issues, and research in librarianship, education, and allied fields.
Other duties as assigned.
ul> Workplace Expectations
Treat all patrons and employees fairly and with an open mind.
Maintain patron and employee confidentiality.
Communicate clearly in all formats: in person, via telephone, and in writing.
Utilize positive conflict‑resolution strategies while working through difficult interactions with patrons and/or co‑workers.
Manage time to maximize productivity; work individually in a self‑directed manner and as part of a team.
Be a Library Ambassador with patrons, the community, and co‑workers.
Maintain flexibility and willingness to work in a dynamic, busy, and changing environment.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four‑year college or university is required.
Experience developing and facilitating programs for teens.
Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications is required.
The deadline to apply for the job posting is: January 12, 2026.
Schaumburg Township District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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