Library Jobs

YALSA seeks editor for award-winning quarterly journal

The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), began accepting applications for a member editor for its quarterly journal, Young Adult Library Services, a 2008 APEX Award honoree. The deadline for applications is April 10.

The member editor will be responsible for the textual and pictorial content of the quarterly publication and will work closely with YALSA’s Editorial Advisory Board, member groups and YALSA’s communications specialist to solicit articles and information. The member editor will also edit and proof all copy for each issue.

Applicants must have editorial experience, excellent communications skills, the technical capacity to work in an electronic environment and be YALSA members. Experience in library service to young adults is preferred.

Library Program Specialist, Illinois State Library, Chicago

The Secretary of State/Illinois State Library is seeking a Library Program Specialist to be stationed at the Chicago office in the James R. Thompson Center.

Executive Director: Springfield-Greene County Library District (Missouri)

The Library Director is responsible for identifying, planning, organizing, executing, and evaluating an effective program of library service to the citizens of Greene County.  Education: MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited institution.  Starting salary: $105,000 minimum.  Closing Date: August 15, 2008.

Division Manager-Circulation, Lincoln Library, Springfield

The Lincoln Library in Springfield is seeking an individual to plan and direct operation of the Circulation Division and coordinate present activities while planning and recommending appropriate new services.  Requirements:  MLS, 2 years professional library experience with 1 year supervisory experience, evening and weekend hours.  Minimum starting salary:  $3,931.73 monthly.  Apply by 5 p.m. on June 13, 2008 at http://www.springfield.il.us/.

Teen Librarian, Normal Public Library

Normal Public Library seeks an energetic, innovative, team-oriented librarian to join the Adult Services staff, with primary focus on services for teens.

Illinois State Library Positions

The Office of the Secretary of State has announced three positions.  Applications may be requested from the Department of Personnel at 196 Howlett Building, Springfield, IL 62756, 217-782-4783, OR 17 N. State Street, Suite 1276, Chicago, IL 60602. 

Librarian, Moline, IL

The city of Moline, Illinois is seeking a librarian to work under the direction of the adult/young adult services coordinator. ALA/MLS required. Salary: $46,678.17 – $71,025.71. For complete details, go to http://www.moline.il.us/employment/pdf/Librarian,%20External,%205-2-08.pdf. Apply by May 2, 2008.

Job Openings-Helen Matthes Library, Effingham

The Helen Matthes Library in Effingham is seeking to add three high-energy, creative people to their staff:

Assistant Director, full-time, MLS required, starting salary $38,000
Circulation Manager, full-time, starting salary $25,000
Youth Services/Teen Assistant, part-time (30 hours/week), starting pay rate $10.00/hour

Apply by March 21, 2008. Details are available at http://www.effinghamlibrary.org.

Job Openings-Helen Matthes Library, Effingham

The Helen Matthes Library in Effingham is seeking to add three high-energy, creative people to their staff:

Assistant Director, full-time, MLS required, starting salary $38,000
Circulation Manager, full-time, starting salary $25,000
Youth Services/Teen Assistant, part-time (30 hours/week), starting pay rate $10.00/hour

Apply by March 21, 2008. Details are available at http://www.effinghamlibrary.org.

Positions Open at Champaign Public Library

Champaign Public Library has the following job openings:

Library Associate, Children's Services, $18.35 per hour, part-time (20 hours per week)
Library Assistant II, Adult Services, $15.16 per hour, full-time (38 hours per week)
Library Assistant I, Douglass Branch Library, $13.74 per hour, part-time (20 hours per week)
Library Assistant I-two temporary positions through June 30, $13.74 per hour, part-time (20 hours per week)
Security Officer-Search Extended, $13.10 per hour, part-time (20 hours per week)
Janitor, $13.10 per hour, part-time (20 hours per week)
Library Page, Circulation Services, $7.50 per hour, 10-19 hours per week

Watch for more details and application information on the Champaign Public Library web site: http://www.champaign.org/about_us/jobs.html.