Tuesday 12/2: Due to inclement weather, all IHLS delivery routes are cancelled and all IHLS hubs are closed on Tuesday 12/2/25. Deliveries are postponed until the next business day. 
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  • Elementary Librarian

    The Gail Borden Public Library

  • Library/Organization Address

    270 N Grove Ave.
    Elgin, Illinois 60120

  • Employment Type

    Full-time

  • Hourly Wage/Salary Range

    $62,517 - $65,642 per year. Offers will be made within this range based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Plus benefits.

  • About the Organization

    We are the library where imagination and transformation flourish, fueled by the power of community. Our values include striving to deliver extraordinary customer service with a friendly, dedicated, innovative and professional staff in a welcoming environment that celebrates our public spaces as well as our engagement with the community.We are guided by the library’s vision to work together to ensure all district residents are proud members of the Gail Borden Public Library.

  • Job Description and Responsibilities

    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, caregivers, and educators through innovative programs, exceptional reference and readers’ advisory services, and strong community connections.

    In this role you will:
    • Provide readers' advisory and reference services.
    • Collaborate with other departments to provide high-quality programs and services.
    • Plan and present activities, programs, and events.
    • Serve as a Person in Charge in the absence of a manager.
    • Assist customers with technology-related questions, library equipment, and explain library policies.

    We are looking for someone who is:
    • Customer-focused, enthusiastic, friendly, and empathetic.
    • Knowledgeable of child development and age-appropriate programming.
    • Skilled in public speaking, program delivery, and audience engagement.

  • Minimum Requirements to Apply

    Qualifications:
    • MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited library school.
    • Experience working with children.
    • Previous public Library experience preferred.
    • Bilingual English/Spanish skills desirable.

  • Benefits Offered

    Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, Retirement plan, Flexible schedule, Paid time off

  • Position Start Date

  • How to Apply

    Please visit our website www.gailborden.info. to review job ad and fill out an application
    Click here to download the Application and save it as a pdf file. Submit a cover letter, resume, and the Employment Application to → jobs@gailborden.info .

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