Library Associate II - Youth and Teen Services

Enjoy what you do while contributing to a Library that makes a difference in people’s lives. The Palatine Library District is seeking a friendly, outgoing Library Associate II to join our Youth and Teen Services Department. This position delivers excellent customer service to library visitors by

Providing reference assistance, readers’ advisory and technology as a member of the Youth and Teen Services department.

In general, the Library Associate II is responsible for:

• Provides positive front-line interactions with members using library resources. Delivers reliable and accurate reference and readers advisory assistance to members in person, on the telephone, or electronically.
• Instructs and assists members in the use of library resources and technology.
• Participates in planning, ideation and hosting of staff-led programs, paid programs, special events, and outreach events.
• Assists in developing, maintaining, and selecting diverse materials through weeding, repairs, displays, and discards under the direction of the selector.

• Have two years of college level coursework, Associate's Degree, LTA certificate, or equivalent.
• Have one year of related experience in a comparable business, organization, or library.
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish or other language commonly spoken in the district is preferred.

• Hourly Range: $21.93 -$24.36 an hour, depending on qualifications.
• Full Time: 37.5 hours per week, including evenings as needed, and weekend rotation.
• Benefits include 4 weeks of vacation per year; 12 days of sick time per year; 5 personal days per year; 7½ paid holidays per year; participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund; medical, life, vision, and dental insurance programs; and a Lifestyle Savings Account.

Additional compensation for non-English language skills

Palatine Library District inspires connection, curiosity, and joy. The Library serves approximately 90,000 residents predominantly within the communities of Palatine and Hoffman Estates. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to reflect our diverse community through our dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion.