Jobs

Thank you for your interest in employment at Lake Villa District Library. LVDL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites interested and qualified individuals to apply for open positions. Applications and resumes are accepted for posted positions only.

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Temporary Youth Services Reference Clerk – Part-Time

Summer is an exciting time at Lake Villa District Library! We’re seeking two part-time Temporary Youth Services Reference Clerks to join us for summer 2025. 

These customer service-focused roles will primarily support the library’s summer reading program, assisting patrons with registration and check-ins. In addition, these positions will involve providing reference and reader’s advisory, as well as support for department operations. 

We’re looking for candidates who are kind, collaborative and excited to provide the best service possible to library patrons and fellow staff in a busy environment. Excellent communication and team skills are a must, as are proficiency with technology and overall adaptability. An interest in youth and/or young adult literature is strongly preferred. A healthy sense of humor is a necessity!

These positions report to the Head of Youth Services. They involve collaboration with Youth Services staff and potentially staff in other departments.

See full job description.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma.
  • Experience working with children and/or young adults preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience and proficiency with technology.
  • Ability to work a schedule including weekend hours.
  • Access to transportation.

Hours

  • We are seeking to hire two positions:
    • Position 1:
      • Mondays 9-1pm; Tuesdays 9-1pm; Thursdays 9-1pm; Fridays 9-1pm
      • Alternating Sundays, 1-5pm
    • Position 2:
      • Tuesdays 1-5pm; Wednesdays 1-5pm; Thursdays 1-5pm; Fridays 2-6pm
      • Alternating Sundays, 1-5pm
  • The timeframe for these positions is May 27-August 15

Salary

  • $17.60/hour

To Apply
Email cover letter, resume and application to hr@lvdl.org. Include subject line – Temporary YS Clerk. Please indicate which position(s) you wish to be considered for.
Applications can also be mailed to Julie Binkley, Administrative Services Manager, Lake Villa District Library, 140 N. Munn Rd., Lindenhurst, IL 60046, or dropped off at the library at the Circulation Desk

PDF Application

To submit the fillable application electronically, please download the PDF to your computer, fill in the fields, and submit to hr@lvdl.org.