Part Time Children's Library Associate

Fox Lake District Library

255 E. Grand Avenue

Fox Lake, Illinois 60020

www.fllib.org

Position: Part–Time Children’s Library Associate

Position Overview: Under the administration of the Youth Services Manager participates

in the general operation and support of Youth Services. Provide direct services children by

performing reference, readers’ advisory service, and programming. May at times provide

services to adults and teens. Contribute to creating a friendly and positive library

experience.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

Performs readers advisory and reference services 

Plan and present library programs 

Prepare craft projects and other kits for patrons to take and make 

Assists with outreach visits, library tours, and school visits 

Aids in the creation of library displays, bulletin board design and some publicity 

Instruct patrons on the use of computers, databases, other technology and social

media 

Collaborates with colleagues within and across departments 

Accomplish additional projects or clerical tasks as needed

Requirements: 

Ability to communicate effectively with public and staff in a positive manner 

Ability to take direction and assignments from supervisors 

Willingness to ask questions and seek clarification if unsure of task 

Willing to accept feedback 

Positive attitude with people from all backgrounds and abilities 

Knowledge of general library operations 

Maintains current knowledge of library trends, materials, practices, techniques and

technology 

Computer literacy along with knowledge of office equipment 

Competency to navigate through a wide variety of social media platforms 

Exercise resourcefulness to achieve library goals

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of

those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. 

Ability to push book carts weighing up to 100 pounds occasionally 

May require standing for prolonged periods of time 

Ability to move and/or lift materials up to 30 pounds 

Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, reach, climb, balance, and sit

Qualifications:

• LTA certificate or applicable Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required

• Experience working with children required

• 2 years public library experience preferred

• Experience in arts and craft a plus

• Must be available to work an arrangement of days, nights & weekends

Hours and Wage:

• Must be able to work one of the following schedules

o Mondays 3-7, Wednesdays 9-1, Fridays 1-5, Saturdays 9-1

o Mondays 3-7, Thursdays 3-7, Fridays 9-1, Saturdays 1-5

o Tuesdays 9-1, Wednesdays 1-5, Thursdays 3-7, Saturdays 9-1

• $16.00 per hour

The Library is an Equal opportunity employer. It provides equal employment opportunities

regardless of race, color, national origin, citizenship status, age, religion, marital status,

disability, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran

status, order of protection status, genetic information, or any other category protected by

applicable law.