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Youth Services Manager
Cook Memorial Public Library District - YOUTH SERVICES MANAGER Cook Memorial Public Library District is looking for an energetic and creative individual to lead its Youth Services team of 4 full time and 13 part time staff. The District circulates over 1.6 million items annually to a service area of nearly 60,000 supportive residents. The District is served by two libraries a new library in Vernon Hills and a newly renovated and expanded library in Libertyville, IL. Directly oversees reference and advisory services to children at Cook Park Library coordinates with management team for children s services at Aspen Drive Library. Supervises school service intiatives to provide curriculum, enrichment services and materials to students and their teachers. Oversees development of workign relationships with community groups and agencies.
Shelver Youth and Teen Services
Lansing Public Library - br Shelve books and other items when they are returned. br Straighten shelves and keep materials in order. br Dusting and light cleaning. br Participation in library wide activities i.e. Dr. Seuss night, annual Block Party, other special events. br Other duties as assigned.
Clinical Assistant Professor Resource Acquisition Management Librarian Head of Department
University of Illinois at Chicago - The University of Illinois at Chicago, a Carnegie RU VH institution located near the Chicago Loop, with a student enrollment of 27,000 and offering doctoral degrees in 60 areas and master s degrees in nearly 80, seeks a talented and innovative librarian to head its Resource Acquisition Management Department RAM . p RAM was formed in 2010 by merging the Acquisitions and Catalog Departments and integrating electronic resources management. It is a continuously evolving technical services operation that meets the changing needs of an ARL library. It handles ordering, receiving, and payment for more than 8.5 million in electronic and print materials. Electronic resources management handles license negotiation and access to the library s electronic collections. Cataloging is done both in house and through vendor services. The UIC Library contributes to the NACO program of the Program for Cooperative Cataloging. Work is performed within the framework of a 76 library Voyager state system called I Share. p RAM is located in the University s Richard J. Daley Library but serves all sites of the University Library system including Libraries of the Health Sciences in four cities . The department currently consists of 4.8 FTE professionals and 16 support staff organized to perform Acquisitions Rapid Cataloging, Resource Description Access, and Electronic Resources functions. p The Resource Acquisition Management Librarian reports to the Associate University Librarian and is responsible for managing and leading the department and its personnel planning and implementing new initiatives that will improve service and efficiency coordinating multi unit projects directly overseeing the Resource Description Access unit, which performs original cataloging and database management and offers metadata services proposing and implementing organizational and staffing changes to improve the department s effectiveness leading the development and implementation of new standards and systems in cataloging, acquisitions, and electronic resources encouraging staff development within RAM, and among staff whose assignments in Special Collections and the Library of the Health Sciences include technical services operations working effectively with vendors of products and services and with partners in consortia contributing to management of the Library. p Salary Rank Contract Salaries are competitive and based on education and experience entry level faculty appointments begin at 55,000 faculty status twelve month appointment 24 days vacation 12 days annual sick leave with additional disability benefits 11 paid holidays medical insurance contribution based on annual salary coverage for dependents may be purchased two dental plans available life insurance paid for by the State participation in one of the retirement options of the Illinois State Universities Retirement System compulsory 8 of salary is withheld and is tax exempt until withdrawal no Social Security coverage but Medicare payment required physical examination at University Health Service is required upon appointment. p For fullest consideration apply by December 15, 2011. All applicants must submit an online application through jobs.uic.edu. To apply, click on the following link https jobs.uic.edu default.cfm?page job jobID 14765. p The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employee
Youth Services Associate Technology
Hinsdale Public Library - Hinsdale Public Library is seeking a creative, organized team player to coordinate the department s technology related services, including youth web pages, working with Marketing Outreach coordinator on social media presence, coordinating online book lists and photos, and developing technology training with department head. Other duties include providing high quality service at the public desk, programming, assisting with collection development. Excellent opportunity for a student in the Library Science or Education fields. Position open beginning January 2012.
Page Shelver
Westmont Public Library - The Westmont Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Page to join our team. The Page position is responsible for maintaining an orderly collection, shelving library materials, shelf reading to assure materials are in proper order, and answering directional questions.
Interlibrary Loan Technician
Westmont Public Library - Do minute details make you jump for joy? Do you like to visit far away places from your desk? Do you secretly desire to do detective work? Do esoteric titles intrigue you? Consider becoming our new Interlibrary Loan Technician! This position is responsible for our non SWAN Interlibrary Loan requests, placing and fulfilling requests using several different online databases, packing and mailing items, tracking due dates and return dates, resolving billed items and more.
Circulation Clerk
Northlake Public Library District - The Circulation Department is seeking a part time Circulation Clerk. This position performs all Circulation Desk functions, including checking materials in and out, issuing library cards, processing interlibrary loan items both incoming and outgoing , answering and routing telephone calls, interacting with patrons, and other duties as assigned.
Adult Reference Posting Clerk
Prairie Trails Public Library District - p li A 22.5 30 hour part time position under the direct supervision and responsible to the Head of Adult Services li Primary responsibility of this position includes reference and reader s advisory duties in the adult department li This position is also responsible for the posting of invoices and vacation sick leave in the business office li data entry posting of the monthly bills invoices on the computer spreadsheets as requested by the library s auditors li re files invoices li data entry posting online and hard copy wall calendar tie in book personnel vacation folder of vacation sick leave li filing vacation sick leave notices li provides basic reference and readers advisory services li assists patrons w bibliographic instruction, on line catalog SWAN and databases workstations li assists with inter library loan procedures places holds li registers patrons for programs li makes reminder calls for programs li shelf reads adult collection li Other duties as assigned. p Full job discription located on our web site li Submit Resume li Submission by U.S. mail is preferred but fax and email are equally accepted. li Mail Prairie Trails Public Library,8449 Moody Avenue, Burbank, IL 60459 li email rfaklis prairietrailslibrary.org li Fax 708 430 5596
20Hr. Children s Services Associate 95th Street 11.21.11
Naperville Public Library - The Children s Services Associate performs functions to provide assistance to Library patrons and to develop Library programs for children.
Youth Services Assistant After School Program
Brookfield Public Library - We are seeking an independent self starter who enjoys working with elementary school aged children to supervise our new after school program. p In collaboration with the Youth Services Department Head and staff, you will plan and implement B.L.A.S.T. Brookfield Library After School Time and serve children in grades 1 through 5, beginning in January 2012. p The program will include homework help, computer use, enrichment programming, and console or online gaming for up to 18 children per weekday during the school year. p Current or retired educators and or education or library school students are encouraged to apply. A background check is required. p Please email cover letter and resume to Kim Krueger, Head of Youth Services. No phone calls, please.
Interim Property Manager
Reaching Across Illinois Library System - p Responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation of the facilities plan as approved by the RAILS Board, including the disposition and relocation of all RAILS properties. Oversees the Building Managers in the facilitation of all repairs and preventative maintenance on building and facilities, equipment, fixtures, and systems. p Note This position is at our location in Burr Ridge. The expected ending date for this interim position will be around December 31, 2012. p Core Job Functions Carries out the RAILS Board approved facilities plan in accordance with Board decisions, including the sale, disposition, and relocation of RAILS facilities ... Conduct inventories of furniture, fixtures and equipment ... Organize space planning and facilitate the movement of furniture, materials, and equipment as required ... Serve as landlord to any sublet properties ... Assists with plans, budgets, and schedules modifications including cost estimates bid sheets and contracts Monitors budget and keeps executive team informed accordingly ... Works closely with each location s Delivery Services Manager to oversee contractor work ... Schedules work routines of building services with Delivery Services Manager Determines types of materials, supplies and equipment necessary for building maintenance and facilitates the purchase ... Approves building and maintenance invoices for payment and forwards to Accounting for processing ... Influences budget, cost control, planning, scheduling and procedural change ... Regular travel to the seven RAILS facilities is required anticipated 50 travel ... Other duties as assigned
Adult Services Reference Librarian
Wauconda Area Library - Seeking a professional, dynamic, service oriented part time librarian to provide reference, reader s advisory, computer and technical assistance to the public. Other duties include collection development, assistance with programs and displays. Requires two nights per week and minimum one Saturday and two Sundays per month.
Interim Director, Delivery Services
Reaching Across Illinois Library System - p This position is at our location in Burr Ridge. The expected ending date for this interim position will be around December 31, 2012. p Manages all aspects of RAILS Delivery Services. Leads the planning, implementation, and evaluation of processes, structures, best practices, and efficiencies for the annual delivery of more than 10 million items across more than 27,000 square miles. Responsible for identifying and leading the development and implementation of new strategies and models for the cost effective delivery of library materials. p Core Job Functions Oversees the overall operations of RAILS Delivery Services including system vehicles and mail distribution ... Recruits, interviews, selects, trains, supervises and evaluates the Delivery Services Managers ... Leads the development of new strategies and models for more cost effective delivery services ... Approves invoices for payment and forwards to RAILS Accounting for processing ... Coordinates vehicle use including maintenance, repairs and purchases ... Oversees the recruitment process for delivery operations ... Develops and implements a system wide safety program for delivery staff ... Other duties as assigned
Reference Paraprofessional Part Time
Highland Park Public Library - We are seeking a service oriented individual with excellent communication and research skills to join our adult services reference team. Duties include reference service, collection promotion, and patron instruction for computer information technologies and digital collections. Assists with collection development.
REFERENCE LIBRARY ASSISTANT Part Time Substitute
Park Ridge Public Library - Seeking a Reference Library Assistant who learns quickly, works well with others and is customer service oriented. DUTIES include providing for patrons information needs in person and by phone or by instant messaging using both print and electronic resources. Other duties include instructing patrons in use of resources especially Library computer catalog and databases, assisting patrons with technology needs, and performing various department tasks. P
Virtual Services Associate
Oak Park Public Library - Seeking an enthusiastic and web savvy individual to join our new Virtual Services Department. p The Virtual Services Associate will support the library s web presence and assist with providing and expanding our virtual services. Responsibilities include website maintenance, social media interaction, assistance with staff technology training, and implementing new services.
Computer Lab Associate
Naperville Public Library - The Computer Lab Assistant performs duties to monitor and manage the operation of the computer lab and assists end users with problem resolution. Install, maintain, operate and configure computer hardware and software. Enforce Library s computer usage policy in a professional and respectful way. Excellent Communication Interpersonal Skills Strong Computer Troubleshooting Skills Excellent Customer Service Orientation Ability to Collaborate Well with Team Members Flexibility in Schedule
Circulation Services Manager
Aurora Public Library - The Aurora Public Library, Aurora, Illinois is reopening their search for an experienced individual to manage the circulation activities of its Eola Road Branch. Under the direction of the Branch Coordinator, the Manager is responsible for providing leadership and management of circulation services and the activities of its employees for scheduling, supervising, training and evaluating department staff of 16 employees and for the overall operation of the department.
Temporary Reference Assistant
North Riverside Public Library District - The North Riverside Public Library seeks an enthusiastic, dependable part time Reference Assistant for the Adult Services Department for six weeks. Duties include covering the Reference Desk, helping patrons in the Public Access Computer Room and assisting with Collection Development.
Librarian, Public Services
Jacobs Library at Illinois Valley Community College - Illinois Valley Community College, located in North Central Illinois, has a long history of stability that has brought the people and systems needed to service students exceptionally well, especially through the services offered by Jacobs Library. The College seeks a Public Services Librarian whose primary responsibilities will include linking the IVCC community to information sources and equipping students for success by teaching students to acquire and evaluate needed information in the classroom and at the library s reference desk. The ideal candidate for this position will provide one on one and group instruction to faculty, staff, and students in the use of traditional and online information sources, as well as provide a full range of reference services and coordinate circulation activities.

