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Youth Services Coordinator
Allerton Public Library District
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Library/Organization Address
4000 Green Apple Ln
Monticello, Illinois 61856 -
Employment Type
Full-time
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Hourly Wage/Salary Range
$33,476
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About the Organization
Allerton Public Library District, a small library serving the Monticello, Illinois area seeks an energetic and creative team player to join a team of 7 staff. -
Job Description and Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
• Develop, publicize, and present consistent programs for children and families in a variety of formats including story times, the Summer and Winter Reading Programs, and varied programs throughout the year. Collaborate with the Director on the scheduling of these programs.
• Promote library programs through the use of in-house and outside publicity, including but not limited to writing content for the newsletter, creating and utilizing social media.
• Manage and update content on the library website.
• Manage the children’s and young adult collections and participate in collection
development work.
• Initiate and participate in outreach activities with community organizations and local businesses.
• Perform a variety of support tasks related to working the circulation desk.
• Actively contribute to the library and embrace a desire to learn and grow by seeking out continuing education opportunities in order to maintain and enhance skills and competencies.
• Perform other work duties as assigned by the Director.
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Minimum Requirements to Apply
• BA/BS degree. Library experience a plus.
• Experience and enthusiasm for working with children, parents, and caregivers.
• Comfortable speaking to groups. Strong commitment to and experience in public service with a desire to help people connect to resources.
• Ability to work easily and naturally as a member of a team.
• Reliable, organized, excellent time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn and use other software, computer applications, and digital media. -
Benefits Offered
Health insurance, Retirement plan, Paid time off
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Position Start Date
Applications reviewed until position is filled. -
How to Apply
To apply, send a cover letter and resume with a list of three professional references to Sherry Waldrep, Library Director at librarian@monticellolibrary.org -
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