Youth Services Assistant

Are you an upbeat, friendly, and creative person? Do you enjoy working with children and their families? The Plainfield Area Public Library’s dynamic and collaborative Youth & Teen Services Department is looking for you to join our exceptional team.

• Welcome patrons at the Youth & Teen Services Desk and help them navigate all the Library has to offer.
• Answer basic reference and readers' advisory questions.
• Locate items in the collection or place holds on items.
• Assist patrons in the use of public computers, devices, digital and print resources.
• Assist Librarians in preparing programs and special activities.
• Collaborate with staff from other departments on a committee or special event.

• Two years of related experience working with children in a library or public setting.
• Fantastic communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Basic technology and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

• Monday OR Tuesday 9AM to 1PM
• Wednesday 5 to 9PM
• Thursday 5 to 9PM
• Rotating Fridays and Saturdays 9am to 5pm (first and third Friday of the month and second and fourth Saturday of the month)

• Hourly rate of $15.48 to $17.42 depending on experience.
• Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).
• Paid personal hours after 90 days and additional vacation, holiday and sick hours after one year of employment.

We strive to educate, inform, entertain, and culturally enrich our community. As such, our Library celebrates inclusion and is committed to equal-opportunity employment. We believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. The Plainfield Area Public Library is an equal‑opportunity employer.

• Email cover letter and resume combined in a single pdf

Plainfield Area Public Library, Will County