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Looking to advance your career? Find the latest library job openings from across the State of Illinois and surrounding areas right here. Use the filters below to search for available positions. Illinois Heartland Library System does not collect candidate resumes for outside organizations, but we do post open positions on our website to connect organizations with potential candidates.
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Please note: IHLS provides this job board as a free service to advertise library-related job openings for the central and southern Illinois library community. IHLS does not review these postings for content or legal compliance; that responsibility lies with the organization submitting the job posting.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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;…
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Elementary Librarian
Employment Type: Full-time
Library/Organization Name: The Gail Borden Public Library
Job Description: Do you have a passion for literacy, learning, and engaging
with children and families? We’re looking for a dynamic, creative, and collaborative Elementary Librarian to join our KidSpace team at the Main Library location. This role focuses on delivering outstanding services to children,…
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Adult Services Librarian
Employment Type: Part-time
Library/Organization Name: McHenry Public Library District
Job Description: Summary:
Under the supervision of the Adult Services Manager, provides reference, readers’ advisory, and technology assistance and instruction services for patrons of all ages. Participates in collection development and assisting in the evaluation of the adult
collection. Contributes…
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Circulation Assistant II - Youth Services
Employment Type: Part-time
Library/Organization Name: Morrison Talbott Library
Job Description: The Circulation Assistant II - Youth Services position assists with Youth Services initiatives, programs and outreach, and performs circulation duties. The position is part-time, permanent, 25 hours per week. The schedule includes daytime and evening hours, and at least one Saturday per month with…
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Chief Operating Officer
Employment Type: Full-time
Library/Organization Name: Allen County Public Library
Job Description: Key Responsibilities include:
• Serving as second-in-command to the Executive Director, with delegated leadership responsibility across departments and initiatives.
• Driving operational planning aligned to ACPL’s strategic, facilities, and technology goals.
• Supervising and…
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Library Assistant
Employment Type: Part-time
Library/Organization Name: Tri-City Public Library District
Job Description: Job Responsibilities:
A. Library Services
1. Assist patrons in identifying and locating materials in the collection; this may involve instructions on the use of the computerized catalog.
2. Check materials in and out using an automated system.
3. Promote library programs…
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Youth Services Library Associate-Bilingual Services (Part-Time - 25 hours/week)
Employment Type: Part-time
Library/Organization Name: McHenry Public Library District
Job Description: Do you enjoy working with Hispanic communities? ¿Disfruta haciendo conexiones con los niños y sus familias? If you can say “sí” to these, we have the position for you!
The McHenry Public Library District seeks a bilingual, collaborative, and service-oriented professional to…
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Metadata Librarian/Assistant Professor
Employment Type: Full-time
Library/Organization Name: Northern Illinois University
Job Description:
The University Libraries at Northern Illinois University (NIU) seeks applications from collaborative, innovative, and forward-thinking individuals for the position of Metadata Librarian/Assistant Professor. Reporting to the Head of Technical Services within the Division of Collections…
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Library Assistant III
Employment Type: Part-time
Library/Organization Name: The Hayner Public Library District
Job Description: We have an immediate opening for a Library Assistant III in the Circulation Department. This is a part-time position, 20 - 29 hours per week. The schedule includes daytime and evening hours, with both weekday and weekend shifts. The employee may be scheduled at both the Alton Square and Downtown…