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  • Learning Commons Library Technician

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Sauk Valley Community College Learning Commons Library

    Job Description: Examples of Duties
    Core Library Operations & Cataloging

    Execute original and copy cataloging of library resources, ensuring strict compliance with MARC and RDA standards.

    Manage the seamless import and adaptation of bibliographic records into the library…

  • Learning Commons Circulation Assistant

    Employment Type: Part-time

    Library/Organization Name: Sauk Valley Community College Learning Commons Circulation Assistant

    Job Description: Examples of Duties
    The Learning Commons Circulation Assistant is the primary point of contact for patrons, ensuring seamless access to library resources and technology. This role drives library engagement by providing outstanding public services and maintaining the operational efficiency of…

  • Part-Time Library Clerk (Evenings, Saturdays & Fill-In)

    Employment Type: Part-time

    Library/Organization Name: Smithton Public Library District

    Job Description: Schedule, regularly scheduled 11 hrs/week:
    • Thursdays: 4 PM – 8 PM
    • Fridays, 1 PM – 4 PM
    • Saturdays: 1 PM – 5 PM
    NOTE: Additional fill-in hours will be requested.

    ✨ Position Overview
    The library clerk performs a variety of library circulation…

  • Youth Librarian

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Glen Carbon Centennial Library

    Job Description: Summary
    The Youth Services Librarian II plays a key role in serving the educational, recreational, and informational needs of children, teens, and families within the community. This position is responsible for planning and delivering engaging programs, storytimes, and events; and creating a…

  • Director

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Downers Grove Public Library

    Job Description: The Downers Grove Public Library is a public library like no other. The Board and Staff have a distinctive culture, a sense of purpose, and a special connection to the community. Trustees are seeking a uniquely qualified Director to honor this legacy while leading the Library into its next chapter…

  • Library Media Coordinator

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Decatur Public Schools District #61

    Job Description:
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    (Following are essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)
    Provide support and direction for library media services.
    Facilitate alignment of district curriculum, instruction, professional development,…

  • Bilingual Library Clerk

    Employment Type: Part-time

    Library/Organization Name: Caseyville Public Library District

    Job Description: Library Clerks perform any combination of the following duties and responsibilities, as assigned:

    Performs general circulation and patron front-line services, such as: check-in and check-out library materials; calculate and collect fines for overdue materials; meeting room scheduling…

  • Circulation Assistant

    Employment Type: Part-time

    Library/Organization Name: Sallie Logan Public Library

    Job Description: Job Description Title: Part-time Circulation Assistant Part-time hourly (10-15 hours per week)
    Basic Qualifications: High school diploma/GED
    Nature of Responsibility: The Circulation Assistant must display a positive and helpful attitude and a neat appearance. The ability to organize…

  • Library Director

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Atwood-Hammond Public Library District

    Job Description: Nature of Work
    Under the direct supervision of the public library board of trustees, the library director is responsible for the operations of the library and the development and implementation of its strategic mission and vision. The director oversees service programs, assists the board…

  • Youth Services Librarian

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Mascoutah Public Library

    Job Description: Job Description
    The Youth Services Librarian is the face of the library for all youth related functions. They plan and conduct all programs for patrons ages preschool through 18 including the annual summer reading program. They act as liaison with local schools to plan visits to the library…

  • Library Assistant

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Marion Carnegie Library

    Job Description: The position of Full-Time Library Assistant (FTLA), for the Library, is a non-union position, for the City of Marion. The FTLA shall be hired by the Director. He or she shall receive compensation and benefits as the Mayor and the City Council shall fix, from time to time. The FTLA shall be…

  • Director

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Freeport Public Library

    Job Description: Administer all operations in accordance with policies established by the Board of Trustees and applicable state and local regulations.
    Develop and manage the annual budget of over $1,400,000; oversee all fiscal and personnel matters.
    Supervise, evaluate, and support a staff of 17,…

  • Circulation Supervisor - Collinsville Memorial Library

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Mississippi Valley Library District

    Job Description: Under the administration of the Executive Director and Assistant Director, the Circulation Supervisor coordinates and supervises the daily circulation activities and staff of the Collinsville Memorial Library Center.

    The Circulation Supervisor generally works daytime weekday hours;…