Business and Career Liaison Librarian

Join an award winning Library!  The Schaumburg Township District Library is looking for a Business and Career Liaison Librarian to join our team. This opportunity offers excellent benefits working 37.5 hours a week, with days, nights and weekends as needed.

The annual salary range for this position is $52,826-$66,066 based on skills and qualifications. Our schedules are based on the needs of the library and could change if and when needed.

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending Account for Health and/or Dependent accounts, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Education Assistance, paid Holidays, paid Vacation, Personal, and Sick days, paid Parental Leave, 401a Retirement Plan, 457 Retirement Plan, Pet Insurance.

Position Summary:

The Librarian is responsible for assessing and fulfilling the patrons’ need for information or materials. This is accomplished by (1) using the resources available in the Library and/or (2) requesting information or materials from or referring patrons to the appropriate department, service, or outside agency. The vital role of the Librarian is that of guidance, direction, and instruction; this does not include performing in-depth research or analysis for patrons. The Librarian is also responsible for weeding and adding to specific areas of the circulating collection and for satisfying public service requirements. The Librarian II focuses additional attention on managing a specialized area. 

The Business Liaison Librarian is responsible for representing the Library and its philosophy of service to the district’s business community. The librarian also provides specialized services and programs to job seekers and others needing marketing, investment, company, or business information. In all instances, the Librarian promotes the Library and its services and actively seeks feedback on how the Library can continue to serve the business community.  

Requirements for All Employees:

1. Ability to be a team-player and work pleasantly and effectively with all patrons, staff, supervisors, and others.

2. Ability to learn various job functions, perform them correctly, and understand the necessity in overall library operations.

3. Ability to independently function efficiently in a changing and varied environment with frequent interruptions.

4. Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on details.

5. Ability to follow all library policies and procedures.

6. Demonstrates commitment to incorporating principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into everyday work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Public Service

• Develop and maintain contacts with business customers

• Determine specific needs of business customer and evaluate the Library’s ongoing ability to meet such needs

• Plan and coordinate business programs designed for business clientele and the general Library population, as needed

• Serve as the Library’s representative to local chambers of commerce

• Organize and present on-and off-site informational programs during daytime and evening hours to maximize exposure of the Library’s business collection

• Assess patrons needs effectively and efficiently, either in person, over the telephone, virtually, or in writing. 

• Develop strong research skills and techniques to help patrons to the fullest degree possible. 

• Work with all age groups effectively. 

• Give information based on a primary source from a reliable authority; never give a personal opinion. 

• Serve as “Person in Charge” of the Library, as necessary. 

• Manage and complete special projects, as requested. 

Professional Development

• Collection:
  • Maintain working knowledge of the Library’s reference tools and materials, the online catalog, and the Internet
  • Instruct patrons in the use of the Library’s reference tools and materials, the online catalog, and the Internet
  • Maintain working knowledge of the Library’s circulating collection
• Community:

  • Stay informed about the names of officials, organizations, clubs, businesses, schools, social agencies, etc., in the greater Schaumburg area. Keep apprised of the offerings of neighboring public and special libraries, their strengths and weaknesses. 

Other Duties

• Maintain professional involvement in the library science industry. 

• Refine or enhance reference skills by reading professional literature and attending seminars, workshops, and professional meetings. 

• Assist with the weeding and collection development of the reference and non-circulating collections, as requested. 

• Attend meetings and training as required or requested. 

• Treat all patrons and employees fairly and with an open mind; maintain patron and employee confidentiality. 

• Communicate clearly in person, on the telephone, and in writing. 

• Cope with the stress of the job and get along with co-workers. 

• Maintain the ability and patience to understand and make yourself understood by non-English speaking patrons. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Education and/or experience:

Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) from an ALA-accredited university or school. Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications is required

The deadline to apply for the job posting is: February 21, 2025.

Schaumburg Township District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer