Youth Services Manager
Lemont Public Library District – Lemont, IL
Full-Time | Exempt | Salary: $56,250
The Lemont Public Library District seeks a collaborative and forward-thinking Youth Services Manager to lead services for children and families. This role oversees programming, collections, outreach, and a small team of 2 full-time and 2 part-time staff. This position serves on the Leadership Team and is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Youth Services Librarian ready to step into management. A sense of humor and a positive outlook are appreciated in our busy, public-service environment.
Responsibilities
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate Youth Services staff
Foster a positive, collaborative, accountable team environment
Plan and deliver youth programs, including early literacy and summer reading
Provide direct public service, including desk coverage, reference, and readers’ advisory to children and caregivers (and occasionally answering the same question more than once with patience and professionalism)
Maintain knowledge of youth and teen literature to support service and collection development
Manage youth collections, including oversight of staff selections and displays
Build partnerships with schools and community organizations
Collaborate across departments on shared initiatives such as selection of e-resources and assist with service desk coverage as needed
Maintain records and statistics and prepare monthly department reports for the Director
Evaluate and improve workflows and services, incorporating current trends
Serve on Pinnacle Library Cooperative committees
Serve as Passport Agent
Serve as Person in Charge as needed
Other duties as assigned (because no two days in a public library are exactly alike)
Required Qualifications
MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution
3–5 years of public library experience working with children and families
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory or leadership experience
Skills & Abilities
Strong public service orientation with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with sound judgment in navigating challenging situations
Knowledge of public library services, including reference, readers’ advisory, youth collections, and current trends in youth literature
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with standard office technology and integrated library systems (Polaris preferred)
Benefits
The Lemont Public Library District offers a competitive benefits package, including participation in IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund), health, dental, vision and life insurance, paid sick and vacation.
About Lemont Public Library
The Lemont Public Library District serves a community of approximately 23,000 residents from a single 25,000-square-foot facility in a vibrant historic suburban community southwest of Chicago. The library is a member of the Pinnacle Library Cooperative and is committed to providing responsive, high-quality services and fostering strong community connections. Lemont Public Library District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to Apply
Submit resume, cover letter, and references to: mgolden@lemontlibrary.org
Application deadline: Open until filled
Lemont Public Library District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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