Top 25 Librarian Jobs in Chicago Il

Access Services Librarian
Chicago State University —Chicago, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Research
- Mid-level
- University
Research & Instruction Librarian, Science
Chicago State University —Chicago, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Remote
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- University
Long Term Substitute: Teacher School Librarian
Niles Township High Schools District 219 —Skokie, IL
- Entry level
13d
Research Librarian
Perkins Coie —Chicago, IL
- $86,040 - $141,190 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Master's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Part-Time Librarian
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $23.37 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- University
8d
PT Reference Librarian (On-site)
DePaul University —Chicago, IL
- $26.65 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- University
- Paid time off
14d
Science & Data Services Librarian (On-site)
DePaul University —Chicago, IL
- $62,000.00 - $68,964.97 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Research Specialist
King & Spalding —Chicago, IL
- $82,987 - $113,163 a year
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Instructor and Reference Librarian - UIC Law
University of Illinois —Chicago, IL
- $75,000 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- University
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
University Librarian
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- 5 years
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Processing Archivist
Wheaton College —Chicago, IL
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Adult Community Engagement Assistant Manager (Full-Time)
Glenview Public Library —Glenview, IL
- $63,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Mid-level
- Business development
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
HEAD LIBRARIAN & CAPSTONE CHAIR
Davis Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $77,543 - $137,099 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Doctoral degree
- High school
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
14d
Adjunct Faculty Librarian
Oakton Community College —Des Plaines, IL
- $1,221 - $1,294 a week
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
University Libraries, Associate Dean for Collection Strategy
Loyola University Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $115,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- University
Archivist and Collections Planning Specialist
National Experienced Workforce Solutions —Chicago, IL
- $37 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Library and Research Analyst
Harbor —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
ADULT SERVICES PROGRAMMING LIBRARIAN
Fountaindale Public Library —Bolingbrook, IL
- $30.45 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- English
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Professional MLS/Librarian - Youth Services
East Chicago Public Library —East Chicago, IN
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Driver's License
Quick Apply
Adjunct Fall 2026
Moraine Valley Community College —Palos Hills, IL
- $33 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- University

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Access Services Librarian

Chicago State University -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Team supervision
Academic institution experience
Interlibrary loan services
Research
Experience at colleges/universities
Copyright laws
Analytics
University experience

Full Job Description

The Chicago State University Library seeks an energetic, innovative, service-oriented individual for the position of Access Services Librarian. This is a 12-month, tenure-track library faculty position. Library and Information Science professionals who are interested in working in a user-focused, collaborative environment are encouraged to apply. The Access Services Librarian reports to the Chair of Library and Instruction Services. The successful candidate will provide leadership, oversight, and strategic planning for Access Services. The successful candidate will coordinate the services and staff of Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, Print/Electronic Reserves, and Stacks Maintenance.

Chicago State University (CSU), founded in 1867, is the oldest public university in the Chicago Metropolitan area. CSU is the only four-year U.S. Department of Education-designated Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) in the state of Illinois. The university’s four colleges are Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, and Health Sciences & Pharmacy, which collectively support a diverse and non-traditional student population that hails from 28 countries and 36 states. Located on the South Side of Chicago, Chicago State University is an oasis of green in the big city, and the campus is mass transit accessible, with a Metra stop on the edge of campus. The Gwendolyn Brooks Library has a collection of over 500,000 volumes, eighty percent of which are stored in an Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS), which has the nickname ROVER (Retrieval Online Via Electronic Robot). Electronic resources include over 40,000 eBooks, over 150 databases providing access to thousands of journal and newspaper articles, and microform and audiovisual materials. The librarians at the Gwendolyn Brooks Library actively participate in shared governance of the University and are represented by the same union as other faculty and academic support professionals.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Leadership in planning, developing, and coordinating Access Services operations (Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, and Course Reserves)
Direct supervision of civil service staff members
Manage the library’s main service point
Responsible for the hiring, training, and scheduling of student workers
Interpretation and application of local, state and national Access Services/ Interlibrary Loan and Consortia Policies
Review, develop, and communicate Access Services policies to ensure the library is engaged in current best practices
Stacks management and maintenance
Collaborate with the Systems Librarian and staff to test, evaluate and troubleshoot software and equipment
Ensure access to physical collections held in the Automated Storage Retrieval System with collaboration and support from the Systems Librarian
Create instructional guides and training materials for Access Services functions (Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, Course Reserves, Patron Services)
Collect, analyze, and present data on library services
Participate in library initiatives including Open Access and Student Success
Other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will be an engaged member of the library faculty who will participate in department, university, and/or professional service activities. They will also participate in research and creative activities. Some evening and occasional weekend hours may be required.

Required Education

MLIS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited program

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required skills and experience:

Two years of previous professional experience working in Access Services in an academic library
Two years of supervisory experience
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
High degree of initiative and ability to identify and implement appropriate changes within a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions of a diverse workforce
Knowledge of copyright rules and procedures specifically related to Interlibrary Loan and Course Reserves
Ability to meet contractual and unit criteria for performance of primary duties, research, and service

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Alma/Primo VE
Proven track record of collaborating across departments in an academic institution
Experience with Interlibrary Loan management software (e.g., WorldShare ILL, Illiad, or Tipasa)
Experience with the LMS (Learning Management System) BrightSpace (D2L)

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