TEEN SERVICESSPECIALIST
(Non-exempt)
Part-time
Schedule: Part-time 18hrs. a week
- Monday 4-8pm
- Tuesday 4-8pm
- Friday 4-9pm
- Saturday 1-6pm
Are you passionate about supporting teens to become their best selves and contribute to their community?If so,SkokiePublic Libraryislooking for you!
As aTeen ServicesSpecialist,you will be part ofa team that helps young people in middle and high schoolexplore interests,learn, and grow.You'llprovidea welcoming and supportive environment in the Teen Room,connectpatrons to library resources, andrespondtothe needs and requests of teens in the library.
WhatYou'llDo
- Staff the library's 6th-12thgrade Teen Room andmaintaina supportive environment while responding to readers' advisory and other requests
- Promote and help teens navigate library resources and services
- Provide friendly, responsive customer service to all library patrons
- Offer personalized reading and viewing recommendations
- Answer basic informational questions andassistwith library resources
- Helpmaintainlibrary displays
- Collaborate with colleagues on programs, outreach, and special projects
Minimum Qualifications
- Some college coursework, an associate degree, or equivalent experience
- Experience providing direct service to teens in grades 6-12, such as in education or in teen engagement (e.g., afterschool or extracurricular programs)
What You Bring
- Excellent communication and social skills
- Cultural awareness and the ability to serve a diverse community
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
- Broad knowledge ofcultural trends as they relate to teensand knowledge of teen development
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with technology
- A flexible, creative mindset and a genuine love of public service
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a public library
Working Conditions
This position involves both desk and active work, including standing, walking, lifting materials, and frequent computer use. Availability for days, evenings, and weekends may berequired.
Skokie Public Library offers:
- An opportunity to work in a collaborative and compassionate environment alongside talented colleagues in service to a diverse, vibrant community
- The pay range for new hires in this position is $22.10 to $24 per hour. Offers are made within this range based on competencies, experience, and internal equity.
- Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Calm subscription, Transit benefits
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Read full job description here:Teen Services Specialist
Visithttps://skokielibrary.info/about/jobs/ and click on the link to access the application. In order to be considered, you must include a cover letter and resume when you apply. Position open until filled.