Teen Services Specialist (part-time)

TEEN SERVICES SPECIALIST 

(Non-exempt)

Part-time 

Schedule: Part-time 18hrs. a week

• Mondays 3-9pm


• Wednesdays 3-9pm


• Saturdays 12-6pm


• In the summer, the Monday and Wednesday shifts will be 2-8pm instead of 3-9pm

Are you passionate about supporting teens to become their best selves and contribute to their community? If so, Skokie Public Library is looking for you! 

As a Teen Services Specialist, you will be part of a team that helps young people in middle and high school explore interests, learn, and grow. You’ll provide a welcoming and supportive environment in the Teen Room, connect patrons to library resources, and respond to the needs and requests of teens in the library. 

What You’ll Do 

• Staff the library’s 6th-12th grade Teen Room and maintain a supportive environment while responding to readers’ advisory and other requests 

• Promote and help teens navigate library resources and services 

• Provide friendly, responsive customer service to all library patrons 

• Offer personalized reading and viewing recommendations 

• Answer basic informational questions and assist with library resources 

• Help maintain library displays 

• Collaborate with colleagues on programs, outreach, and special projects 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Some college coursework, an associate degree, or equivalent experience  

• Experience providing direct service to teens in grades 6-12, such as in education or in teen engagement (e.g., afterschool or extracurricular programs) 

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 cultural trends as they relate to teens and knowledge of teen development   

• Strong computer skills and familiarity 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 . 

Skokie Public Library offers:

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


• The 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, Employee Assistance Program, Calm subscription, Transit benefits

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Read full job description here: Teen Services Specialist

Visit https://skokielibrary.info/about/jobs/ and click on the link to access the application. In order to be considered, you must include a cover letter and resume when you apply. Position open until filled.