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Young Adult Services Director and General Circulation Assistant
Harrisburg District Library
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Library/Organization Address
2 W Walnut
Harrisburg, Illinois 62946 -
Employment Type
Full-time
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Hourly Wage/Salary Range
15.50
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About the Organization
Harrisburg District Library is located at 2 West Walnut Street in Harrisburg, Illinois, three blocks from the junction of Route 13/Poplar Street and Main Street. Harrisburg District Library provides many free services to residents living within the Harrisburg Public Library District boundaries.
The library contains over 46,000 materials including fiction and nonfiction books, audiobooks, large print books, CDs, DVDs, and magazines for all ages, with access to thousands more items through online reading apps and interlibrary loan.
In total, almost 45,000 items were checked out of the library in 2024! In addition to these items, thousands of people entered the library to utilize print and electronic reference resources, access the Internet through the library’s fiber optic connection, enjoy state-of-the-art wi-fi service, participate in computer and Internet training, view a local art exhibit, or attend one of the library’s many events. -
Job Description and Responsibilities
Job Description:
The Young Adult Services Librarian at the Harrisburg District Library plans and presents diverse and innovative programs for teens (typically ages 12-18); provides reference and reader’s advisory services; and selects and maintains collection materials. A creative, energetic, and team-oriented individual who helps foster a love of reading and learning among library users, especially teens. Responsible for providing a welcoming library environment for teens, as well as collaborating with schools and community organizations to enhance the library’s impact on their educational and social development.
Young Adult Services Duties:
*Designs and implements engaging educational and recreational programs for teens and young adults, including the Summer Reading Program, reading challenges, crafts, games, and presentations
*Researches, selects, and orders materials for the young adult collection, and stays informed of popular books, series, and authors in order to assist teens with readers’ advisory
*Manages content for the displays in the Young Adult Corner
*Develops and maintains effective relationships with schools, community groups, agencies, and nonprofits that serve youth in order to plan and deliver programs and services that meet local needs and interests
*Serves as Project Next Generation (PNG) grant leader: researches & plans lessons, purchases supplies, and applies for and manages the grant
*Facilitates and leads the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
*Prepares a monthly report for the Library Board of Trustees
*Works collaboratively with other library staff to develop plans and initiatives that support the library’s mission and goals
*Continually seeks and finds ways to promote the library’s youth services
*Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned, as related to the position
General Circulation Duties:
*Performs clerical duties common to a library environment, such as issuing library cards, collecting fines, answering the telephone, checking out and renewing materials, shelving library materials, scheduling meeting rooms, assisting with the copy machine, etc.
*Provides exemplary customer service to patrons by answering directional and reference questions, providing readers’ advisory services, locating materials, processing hold requests, monitoring behavior of library patrons, and ensuring that the library is pleasant, inviting, neat, and safe
*Develops a working knowledge of library materials, services, and policies
*Offers prompt, courteous assistance to patrons with basic information needs regarding the use of library materials, equipment, and services
*Reads book reviews to maintain a current awareness of new publications
*Greets visitors to the library and provides friendly, high-quality customer service to patrons of all ages and backgrounds
*All other duties as needed or as assigned -
Minimum Requirements to Apply
Qualifications:
*Associates degree required; Bachelors degree preferred
*Experience working with teens (ages 12-18) required
*Energetic, engaging, and outgoing
*Familiarity with teen culture and current reading trends, or willingness to become familiar with
*Ability to handle challenging or fast-paced environments
*Enthusiasm for working with teens
*Strong problem-solving skills
*Flexible schedule availability, including evenings and weekends
*Knowledge of computers, mobile devices, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, Windows, and electronic information resources, including the Internet and Internet browsers.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
*Experience working with teens
*Ability to develop and implement programs and services for tweens and teens
*Excellent interpersonal, writing, and communication skills
*Demonstrated ability and enthusiasm for public service
*Ability to work as part of a cohesive team, including supporting and assisting coworkers, contributing ideas, and maintaining flexibility
*Ability to identify and translate young adult needs and interests into effective library services and programs
*Ability to work independently
*Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities and meet deadlines
*Ability to engage with young adults, parents, and teachers with warmth, energy, and humor -
Benefits Offered
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Retirement plan, Flexible schedule, Paid time off
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Position Start Date
Tent. September 2 -
How to Apply
Stop by the library at 2 W Walnut, Harrisburg, IL to pick up an application or download the application from the website (harrisburglibrary.org/about). -
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