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Join an award-winning Library!  The Schaumburg Township District Library is looking for a Community Engagement Librarian to join our team, someone who is passionate about building meaningful community partnerships, expanding access to library services and connecting people with resources that improve lives. We are seeking a dynamic and community-focused candidate to coordinate community engagement initiatives, including pop-up libraries, community partnerships, and social services programming. This role offers a unique opportunity to strengthen the Library’s presence throughout the community and foster meaningful connections through innovative and responsive engagement.

This is a full-time, salaried position working 37.5 hours per week, with days, nights and weekend flexibility as needed.

The hiring range for this position is $57,837-$69,400, 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 Days, Paid Personal Days, Paid Sick Days, Paid Parental Leave, 401(a) Retirement Plan, 457 Retirement Plan, Pet Insurance and Legal Plan.

Position Summary:

As the Community Engagement Librarian at Schaumburg Township District Library, you’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening relationships between the Library and the community. We seek a collaborative, organized, and innovative individual to coordinate pop-up library services, support community outreach initiatives, cultivate partnerships with community organizations, and support social services programming through collaboration with local agencies. In this role, you’ll coordinate logistics and staffing for pop-up events, provide training and support to staff, identify and develop community partnerships, and represent the Library at community engagement initiatives and outreach events.

The Community Engagement Librarian must also strongly advocate for equitable access to library services and support the Library’s strategic initiatives of building connections, future readiness, community responsiveness, and meaningful outreach opportunities.

The hours for this position are: Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., with flexibility to work nights and weekends for programs and events as necessary.

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

Requirements for the Position:

• Experience developing and maintaining community partnerships and collaborative relationships with local organizations, agencies, and businesses
• Demonstrated success coordinating outreach initiatives, programs, or community engagement activities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations, community partners, patrons, and staff
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple events, schedules, staffing needs, and operational details simultaneously
• Experience supporting and coordinating staff in public-facing service environments
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate services and programs using statistics, feedback, and community needs assessments
• Ability to work cooperatively, productively, and positively with colleagues across departments
• Commitment to equitable access, inclusive service, and community-centered librarianship

Skills & Competences for the Position:

• Community Engagement: The ability to cultivate meaningful relationships with community organizations, social service agencies, and local stakeholders to expand access to library services and strengthen the Library’s role as a community hub
• Outreach Coordination: Strong organizational and logistical skills, including the ability to coordinate outreach schedules, staffing, event preparation, and operational workflows for pop-up libraries and community events
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage patrons, staff, community partners, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Staff Support: Experience supporting staff in outreach procedures, customer service expectations, and community engagement best practices
• Social Services Awareness: Knowledge of community resources and social services, with the ability to connect patrons to appropriate support organizations
• Collaborate effectively with social workers and partner agencies
• Adaptability: Flexibility and responsiveness to changing community needs, emerging opportunities, and evolving priorities
• Customer Service: A welcoming, empathetic, and community-centered approach to public service that fosters positive experiences for patrons and community partners alike

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Community Engagement Coordination: Coordinate the Library’s pop-up library initiatives, including scheduling, logistics, staffing coordination, material preparation, setup, and ongoing operational support
• Partnership Development: Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with businesses, nonprofit organizations, social service agencies, and community groups to expand awareness of and access to library services
• Social Services Support: Coordinate and support social services initiatives by working with local social workers, agencies, and community organizations to provide responsive programs, resources, and referral opportunities for patrons
• Staff Support: Support staff participating in pop-up libraries and community engagement initiatives, ensuring consistency in service delivery, operational procedures, and community engagement practices
• Community Representation: Represent the Library at community events, partnership meetings, and pop-up library initiatives, fostering positive relationships with patrons and community stakeholders
• Program and Partnership Coordination: Collaborate with library staff and community partners to coordinate programs and engagement opportunities that reflect community needs and promote equitable access to services and resources
• Outreach Assessment: Track pop-up library activities, participation statistics, staffing needs, and partnership outcomes to assess effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement and growth

 Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution required
• Experience in community engagement, outreach services, public programming, partnership development, or public service required
• Knowledge of, or experience working with, social service agencies, community resource navigation, or trauma-informed public service preferred

The deadline to apply for the job posting is: July 7, 2026.

Schaumburg Township District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer