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September 3, 2010
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Librarian - Technology Applications and Young Adult Services

Wilmette Public Library is looking for an energetic information services professional with an ALA-accredited MLS. The ideal candidate is creative, enjoys working in a team environment, and has exceptional customer service skills. This person is interested in emerging technologies and will use them to promote and provide library services. Must be able to make informed decisions independently and communicate effectively.

The successful candidate will assist all library customers but will have a concentration in young adult services and technology applications. This person will be comfortable with and engaged in social networking tools and virtual services. Work includes planning, implementing and evaluating age/interest appropriate programming and collections for young adults, high school age and up. The position serves as the web liaison for the Adult Services Department, overseeing the department's web pages. Experience with HTML, PHP and MySQL a plus. This person must demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Photoshop.

Position also includes general reference and reader's advisory desk duties as assigned throughout the work week. Weekend and evening hours are required. Salary: DOQ
The Wilmette Public Library offers an excellent benefits package including health insurance and retirement benefits. To apply, submit a resume, three references, and a letter of application to:

Betty Giorgi
Head of Adult Services
Wilmette Public Library
1242 Wilmette Ave.
Wilmette, IL 60091
blgiorgi at wilmettelibrary dot info
www.wilmettelibrary.info

Other sources for library employment

Most other job notices are placed in the classifieds section of the Pioneer Press north shore area newspapers which include Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glenview and Northbrook.