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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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Technical Services Clerk

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Sallie Logan Public Library

    Job Description: Title: Technical Services Clerk Full time, salaried
    Basic Qualifications: High School diploma or GED and at least two years of library experience including basic knowledge of OCLC cataloging
    Nature of Responsibility: The technical service clerk/circulation clerk must display a…

  • Youth Services Coordinator

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Maryville Community Library

    Job Description: The Maryville Community Library is seeking a dynamic and creative Youth Services Coordinator. Serving the Library’s youngest patrons and their caregivers, plan and present varied programs, provide reference and reader’s advisory services, and assist with the selection of the collection materials.…

  • Copyeditor – Social Media and Website Specialist

    Employment Type: Part-time

    Library/Organization Name: The Hayner Public Library District

    Job Description: We have an immediate opening for a Copyeditor – Social Media and Website Specialist. This is a part-time position, up to 19 hours per week with some flexibility to the schedule. The position includes paid personal, vacation, and sick time following appropriate orientation periods. This is an hourly…

  • Business and Marketing Coordinator

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Resource Sharing Alliance (RSA)

    Job Description: Resource Sharing Alliance (RSA) is looking for our next Business and Marketing Coordinator to work in our Administration Department. We’re seeking an individual with a dynamic personality and welcoming sense of humor to join our small and collaborative team. Reporting to the Executive Director, the…

  • Bibliographic Services Specialist

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Resource Sharing Alliance (RSA)

    Job Description: Resource Sharing Alliance (RSA) is looking for our next Bibliographic Services Specialist. We are seeking someone who is a dynamic team member, detail-oriented, and service-minded. As a key member of the Bibliographic Services department, the Specialist ensures a quality bibliographic database that…

  • Library Systems and Data Analyst

    Employment Type: Full-time

    Library/Organization Name: Resource Sharing Alliance (RSA)

    Job Description: Resource Sharing Alliance (RSA) is looking for our next Library Systems and Data Analyst. We are seeking someone who is a dynamic team member, detail-oriented, and service-minded. The Library Systems and Data Analyst plays an integral role on our team, ensuring a high level of support for RSA…

  • 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…

  • Library Clerk (Part-time)

    Employment Type: Part-time

    Library/Organization Name: Mahomet Public Library District

    Job Description: Do you have a flexible schedule, want to earn some extra money and enjoy serving your community? Does a part-time position fit your lifestyle best? Are you looking for a job where you actually look forward to going to work?
    Library Clerk – Library Clerks at MPL provide outstanding…

  • Library Assistant (part-time, flex)

    Employment Type: Part-time

    Library/Organization Name: Du Quoin Public Library

    Job Description: Du Quoin Public Library is looking for a part-time flexible worker. This job will have irregular hours and generally an inconsistent schedule. We are looking for part-time help during the Summer Reading Program, after holidays, during vacation coverage, and at least one Saturday per month.

  • Circulation Clerk

    Employment Type: Part-time

    Library/Organization Name: Arthur Public Library

    Job Description: No two days are exactly the same at the library! A typical shift might begin with welcoming patrons as they arrive, checking in returned items, and making sure shelves are neat and ready for browsing. Throughout the day, Circulation Clerks assist patrons with checking materials in and out,…