Youth Services Specialist (part-time)

Youth Services Specialist (part-time)

Pay grade: 6 (Non-exempt)

Schedule (18 hours per week)

Option A:

Thursdays, 2-8pm

Fridays, 4:30-9pm or 3:30-8pm

Saturdays, 10am-6 pm

Option B

Thursdays, 3-8pm or 4-9pm

Fridays, 2:30-8pm or 3:30-9pm

Saturdays, 10am-6pm

Option C

Thursdays, 4-8pm or 4-8:30pm

Fridays, 2:30-9pm or 3-9pm

Saturdays, 10-6pm (Week 1)

Sundays, 10-6pm (Week 2)

Do you love reading and making sure children are valued, inspired members of the community? If so, Skokie Public Library is looking for you!

As a Youth Services Specialist , you’ll be part of a joyful, knowledgeable team that provides spaces, programs, materials, and access to knowledge for children and those who love them. You’ll provide welcoming, developmentally-appropriate customer service in the Kids Room spaces, support young people in reading and learning, and contribute to the library’s services for kids from birth through grade 5 and their caregivers.

What You’ll Do

Provide friendly, responsive customer service to all library patrons

Offer personalized reading recommendations to kids and families

Answer basic informational questions and assist with library resources

Create and support book lists, displays, reviews, and other advisory materials

Help maintain safe and welcoming spaces and services for kids

Help support independent learning activities and engagement with kids

Collaborate with colleagues on programs, outreach, and special projects

Minimum Qualifications

Some college coursework, an associate degree, or equivalent experience

Experience providing direct customer service to youth and families

What You Bring

Excellent communication and social skills

Cultural awareness and the ability to serve a diverse community

Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility

Broad knowledge of children’s literature and information sources

Comfort with technology

A flexible, creative mindset and a genuine love of public service

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Experience working in a public library

Working Conditions

This position involves both desk and active work, including standing, walking, lifting materials, and frequent computer use. Availability for days, evenings, and weekends may be required.

Skokie Public Library offers:

An opportunity to work in a collaborative and compassionate environment alongside talented colleagues in service to a diverse, vibrant community

A pay range for new hires in this position is $22.10 to $24 per hour. Offers are made within this range based on competencies, experience, and internal equity.

Benefits: Sick Pay, Personal Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Calm Subscription, Counslr, Transit Benefits

Read full job description here: Youth Services Specialist

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In order to be considered, you must include a cover letter and resume along with your application. Position open until filled.