Library Job Openings

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Full-Time Positions

There are no full-time positions open at this time.

 

Part-Time Positions

Circulation/Outreach Assistant

Part-time – 14 hours / week (Average)

 Schedule:        We are looking for a candidate who has a flexible schedule to help cover morning, afternoon, and evening shifts. The schedule will include:

  • A minimum of one evening shift per week
  • Saturdays (on a rotational basis)
  • Sundays (on a rotational basis, September – April)

Salary:              $17.50 – $21.99 per hour, dependent on qualifications based on internal equity.

Benefits:         This position is eligible for the following benefits: Illinois paid leave; paid holidays if the holiday falls on a regularly scheduled workday.

Job duties include:

  • Assists patrons at the service desks. Duties include, but are not limited to, circulating library materials, issuance of library cards, answering telephones, and collecting fines and fees.
  • Provides direct assistance to patrons with information regarding library materials, computer catalogs, electronic resources, the Internet, equipment, and services.
  • Receives and physically processes requests from patrons for library materials available from this library’s automation system and OCLC.
  • Assists Department Head with outreach activities and represents the library at community events.
  • Processes donated materials for inclusion in the collection, outreach giveaways, or book fundraisers.
  • May create and maintain book displays.
  • May serve as Passport Acceptance Agent.
  • May shelve library materials in correct locations and maintain shelving areas so patrons and staff can locate materials.
  • Cooperates as a team member with the library staff in performing any duties essential to the achievement of effective library operations.

 Minimum qualifications:

  • High school diploma required.
  • Competency in MS Office products required.
  • Ability to express self well in English, both orally and in writing, required.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred.
  • One to two years of customer service experience preferred.
  • Fluent Spanish language skills preferred

To apply: Applications are available at the first floor Service Desk and online at:

https://www.vppl.info/library-info/library-job-openings

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Completed job applications may be emailed to: jobs@vppl.info or dropped off at the library. No phone calls please.

 

 

Youth Services Associate

Hours/week: 15–16 hours per week

Salary:  $18.50–$21.50 per hour, dependent on qualifications based on internal equity

 The Villa Park Public Library seeks a versatile, service-oriented person to become our new Public Services Associate. We are looking for individuals who are energetic, organized, and excited about working with patrons of all ages, especially youth. Strong technology skills are required, as is the ability to provide assistance both one-on-one and through group instruction.

The job includes working at our Service Desk, and conducting programs for young children and families. Typical desk duties are answering reference questions, providing tech support/troubleshooting, and handling program registrations. Also required are circulation responsibilities such as: checking items in and out, assisting patrons with accounts, and issuing library cards.

Candidates must have a High School diploma; a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is preferred. Competency in MS Office products is required. Preference will be given to candidates who have previous work experience with customer service, children and families, and libraries and technology. Those who speak Spanish are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Due to the scheduled hours, this position would be a great fit for those looking to work nights and weekends and/ or those who are unavailable to work during Monday-Friday daytime hours.

The Public Services Associate position averages 15–16 hours per week. The position requires 11 evening hours scheduled from Monday-Thursday every week, subject to change with the needs of the library; one Saturday shift every other week from 9 am–5 pm; and one Sunday shift every other week from 12:45–5 pm during the months of September through April.

To apply:  Email cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:  jobs@vppl.info .  No phone calls, please.