Youth Services Assistant Librarian

ABOUT US: The Barrington Area Library is a busy, friendly place that supports lifelong, active learning, and an appreciation for creativity and innovation. Customers of all ages and interests visit our Library, expecting to find excellent and informed service, and spaces designed for private work and group collaboration. The Youth Services department is a lively, interactive environment (we even have a slide!) which encourages discovery and hands-on learning through play. The Youth Services Assistant Librarian plays a key role in fostering a love of reading, learning, and creativity while working collaboratively to provide engaging programming and services for children and their caregivers.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Serve customers at in-person and virtual service points through reference, reader’s advisory, and basic technology assistance to children from birth-eighth grade and their caregivers.
• Support the day-to-day operations of the department through various clerical tasks.
• Assist with maintaining the children’s and teens' circulating collections.
• Support Youth Services programming staff in preparing and presenting programs for children and their caregivers, including story times, craft programs, technology classes, and other assigned activities.
• Actively promote Library services, materials, and programs to customers.
• Demonstrate good stewardship of physical and virtual spaces by preparing and merchandising department displays, continually maintaining interactive areas, and producing and updating content for the Library’s web presence, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• You enjoy interacting with and assisting kids of all ages (and their caregivers) and teens!
• At least 1 year of experience working with children in a service setting preferred.
• You possess strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with other current technology.
• Flexibility to be able to work rotating and various work shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Onsite and occasional travel within the local community.

LOCATION: 505 N. Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL

SCHEDULING: This is a year-round, part-time, non-exempt (hourly) position. Weekly schedule is 20 - 24 hours per week, which includes day, evening, and rotating weekend and holiday shifts.

PAY & BENEFITS: The starting pay range is $21.00 - $22.00 per hour (DOQ). Skills, experience, and internal equity will determine offer made. This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• IMRF Pension (Retirement, Disability)
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick time, holiday, and bereavement pay
• Paid parental leave

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This position will remain open until filled or until February 24, 2025, whichever comes first. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.

The Barrington Area Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Published 01-23-2025.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please go to our website at https://balibrary.org/job-opportunities and complete the application and send your resume, cover letter and application to [email protected] .

Application Contact

Julie Ary

[email protected]

Apply To

Barrington Area Library 505 N. Northwest Highway Barrington, IL 60010