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Adult Services Librarian

1/12/2026

The Adult Services Librarian oversees the adult reference desk, assists patrons with information and materials, and maintains the library's collections. They also plan programs and participate in outreach efforts to engage the community.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
The Oak Lawn Public Library proudly serves the community by bringing people together, providing accessible resources and fostering an environment that inspires intellectual and creative growth.
About the Role

Description

AR 2209

TITLE

Adult Services Librarian

SALARY GRADE

X

FLSA

Exempt

BARGAINING UNIT

Yes

LOCATION

Adult Young Adult Services

SUPERVISOR

Adult Young Adult Services Department Head

This job description contains the facts necessary to distinguish it from other positions. It is not a detailed description of every task and the Library may add or change tasks.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide general adult reference while building and maintaining relevant, balanced, and

high-interest collections.

MAJOR TASKS

  • Oversee the adult reference desk in coordination with other librarians. Answer informational and directional questions placed via any format. Assist patrons in locating information and materials. Assist patrons in the use of library equipment.
  • Maintain, develop, and promote the library’s physical and digital collections to provide a high quality and inclusive collection that is relevant, balanced, and high-interest to our community. Recommend materials for purchase, weed and update existing collections as assigned.
  • Plan and conduct programs in cooperation/coordination with other AYA Services staff.
  • Participate in adult outreach in cooperation with AYA services staff.
  • Stay abreast of current events, pop culture and local news. Keep informed of developments in the library field through reading and participation in professional activities and meetings.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by department supervisor.
  • Assume responsibility for Adult Young Adult Services Department in the absence of the supervisor and for the library system in the absence of the scheduled person in charge.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program; Minimum of two years professional library experience; Excellent oral and written communication, confident public speaking; A strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality, collegiality, and personal initiative; Ability to work with standard computer applications and databases and working in a digital environment; Schedule includes evenings and weekends


(OLPL Employee Benefits)

https://www.olpl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/OLPL-Benefits-Chart.pdf

Key Skills
Adult ReferencePublic SpeakingCommunicationLibrary ScienceCollection DevelopmentProgram PlanningOutreachInformation AssistanceDigital CollectionsCommunity EngagementProfessional DevelopmentTeam CoordinationConfidentialityInitiativeTechnology ProficiencyLibrary Equipment
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