Library Assistant Positions, Schaumburg Township District Library

Seeking service-oriented paraprofessionals for a limited number of part–time hours. We are seeking an Information Desk Assistant (Wed 12-4, 2nd Sat 9:30-5, possible Sun) and Information Desk Substitutes (hours vary; as needed for vacation coverage). The Adult Information at the Central Library assists patrons in person and on the telephone in locating materials, registering for programs, retrieving magazines and using meeting rooms. We are also seeking a detail-oriented Interlibrary Loan Assistant (Mon 9-2) to process interlibrary loan requests and fulfill patrons’ need for materials not owned by STDL. All positions start at $11.39 per tour; LTA preferred. Submit resume and cover letter to Rebecca Teasdale, rteasdale@stdl.org , Director of Reference Services, Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg IL 60193. Applications received by June 8 will receive first consideration.

Create More BUZZ!

Have you been telling others about the LTA program? Do you know someone at work who loves libraries as much as you do? How about a neighbor or someone at your church? Let them know about the LTA program. Here are some talking points for what to share about the program: 1) We've been around a long time (since the College opened). 2) All the courses have been updated. 3) The faculty are working librarians who share their love of libraries with our students! 4) The program has practical content. 5) Small classes. 6) Geographically convenient. 7) Affordable tuition. Spread the word! Let's increase enrollment. Who can do that? You can.

LTA Web Site Goes Live!

We finally have an LTA web site! Check it out at http://yyz.clcillinois.edu/lta Or if you're at the college web site (http://www.clcillinois.edu), go to College Credit Programs, Academic Programs, scroll to Communication Arts and choose Library Technical Assistant. Then under Related Links, click on the Library Technical Assistant Web Site. The web site shows all the changes we have made to improve the program and its courses. Your feedback is welcome. Enjoy!

Scholarship Available

The Helen M. Plum Memorial Library is now accepting applications for a scholarship for graduate or undergraduate study in library science. The intent of the scholarship is to encourage students with demonstrated scholarship, talent and potential to enter the library profession. There are two scholarships of $400 each available for undergraduate education. The scholarship may be used for tuition, books, fees, computer equipment or other expenses related to the pursuit of the appropriate degree. The deadline for application is June 8, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. If you'd like an application, stop by the Reference Room and take one from the LTA bulletin board. Or send me an email request. You may obtain further information by calling the Helen M. Plum Memorial Library at: (630) 627-0316. Good luck!