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How much do library supervisor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for library supervisor in Illinois is $70,723.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,200.00 and $82,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a library supervisor?

Library Supervisors are professionals responsible for overseeing daily operations within a library, managing staff, and ensuring that library services run smoothly. Their duties often include supervising librarians and support staff, organizing schedules, assisting with budgeting, and implementing library policies. They play a key role in customer service, helping patrons and resolving any issues that arise. Library Supervisors may also coordinate events, maintain the library's collection, and ensure compliance with regulations. Their work ensures a welcoming and efficient environment for all library users.

What does a library supervisor do?

A Library Supervisor plays a key role in coordinating staff schedules, providing ongoing training, and resolving workflow challenges to ensure efficient operation of the library. They often conduct regular meetings to communicate updates, address concerns, and encourage collaboration among team members. Additionally, Library Supervisors may mentor new employees, oversee circulation and reference services, and step in to assist during busy periods. This hands-on approach helps maintain a positive work environment and high service standards for library patrons.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a library supervisor?

To thrive as a Library Supervisor, you need a solid background in library science, organization, and staff management, typically supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in library science or a related field. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), cataloging software, and digital resource management tools is essential. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage teams and serve diverse patron needs. These skills and qualifications ensure efficient library operations, high-quality service, and a positive environment for both staff and patrons.

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Infographic showing various Library Supervisor job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,723 per year, or $34 per hour.

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Key responsibilities

  • Provide one-on-one and/or small group tutoring for eligible students.

  • Assist with classroom management in the library, such as organizing instructional and other materials.

  • Provide assistance with technology as required by students and staff.


Job description

                                                                                                                                         500.052E
TITLE:                  Library Media Assistant
QUALIFICATIONS:


  1. Minimum 60 semester hours of college credit
  2. Successful training at an accredited college or institution of higher learning.
  3. Experience with one-on-one teaching practices
  4. Knowledgeable of library services and practices
  5. Interpersonal skills and ability to positively interact with teachers, parents and students.

 
REPORTS TO:
                              Library Media Specialist
                              Building Principal
                              Assistant Principal
JOB GOAL:          To provide support and assist in facilitating quality services for district students
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:







  1. To provide one-on-one and/or small group tutoring for eligible students.
  2. Assist with classroom management in the library, such as organizing instructional and other materials.
  3. Provide assistance with technology as required by students and staff.
  4. Conduct parental involvement activities related to the library/media services.
  5. Support teachers and staff in implementing "best practices" in the classroom based upon scientifically-based research.
  6. Manage library collections under the supervision of a qualified library/media specialist.
  7. Represent the interest of the library on site-based and school improvement committees.
  8. Other duties as assigned.

 
TERMS OF EM PLOYMENT:

  1. School year

 
EVALUATION:  Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel and provisions set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
 

Physical Demands

Handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.

Mental Demands

The Teaching Assistant must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teaching Assistant must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Teaching Assistant will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.
Approved September 23,2003
This position falls under the Decatur Federation of Teaching Assistants.
The Salary Schedule is attached above.  Benefit information can be found HERE.