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Youth Services -Teen Librarian, full-time
Starting pay from $27.05/hour, DOQ.
Benefits include: paid time off including holiday, vacation, personal, and sick time; health insurance; IMRF pension plan
37.5 hours/week
The Westmont Public library is seeking a creative and enthusiastic team member to join our Youth & Teen Services department on a full-time basis. Qualified applicants will be passionate about providing service to young people with an emphasis on students in grades 6-12. They will be proficient in using and demonstrating a variety of technologies and craft mediums, and approach new concepts with a maker mindset. They will be an avid consumer of tween and teen literature and culture, and enjoy providing stellar customer service to a diverse public.
Primary duties include working at the Youth & Teen Services desk to answer questions; providing readers’ advisory for youth and teens in-person and through book reviews, curated lists, and displays; developing print, AV, and digital collections; planning and implementing engaging programs for middle and high school students; leading a Teen Advisory Committee; organizing and training teen volunteers; and developing outreach opportunities with schools and other local partners.
The successful candidate must also demonstrate initiative, be organized and efficient, value clear communication, and be a team player. An MLIS from an ALA accredited library school and at least one year of work experience in a public service environment are required. The schedule for this full-time position includes day, night, and weekend hours. This position has a generous paid time off package that includes holiday, sick, vacation, and personal time, as well as health insurance and participation in the IMRF pension plan.
At WPL we value collaboration generated by a positive, friendly environment. A good sense of humor is a must! In addition to departmental responsibilities, staff members have opportunities to participate on committees, advance their professional development, and represent the library at special events.
The Westmont Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant in a manner that violates applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
Please email a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Kristi Miller, Manager of Youth & Teen Services at [email protected] by Saturday, August 16, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.