Library Associate – Adult Services

Introduction

The Messenger Public Library is a lovely facility seated on the edge of the Fox River, with easy access to I-88. We are about 30,000 square feet in a prairie-style building with natural finishes and amenities. You will enjoy natural light, comfortable seating, and a patron service dynamic that is pleasant to work with. MPL is not too big, not too small and the perfect Goldilocks size to get to do a little bit of everything while participating in new projects and experiences.

You will report to the Adult Services Department Head, that has a wealth of library experience, and is in the beginning stages of creating new service plans, programs, and a redesigned workspace for staff. We are seeking someone who will enthusiastically collaborate with us, share ideas and provide feedback on how we can reinvent our department to provide the highest quality library experience for our adults in the beautiful and mature North Aurora community.

This opportunity is great for both experienced library workers interested in working directly with the public and those who want to learn to deliver public library services to adults. We encourage those with prior experience using online apps (Microsoft Office/365, library catalog, library calendar) and/or quick learners to apply.

This position is part-time with an average work week of 20 hours. The hours on average are comprised of 2 evening shifts per week and every other weekend rotation.

We are seeking to hire staff members with a teamwork centric attitude, a friendly focus for our patrons, and a willingness to jump in and help others.

Some of the main job duties:

• Staff the public service desk to welcome adults and families
• Provide book suggestions along with research and technology assistance
• Assist with administrative tasks and department projects, including compiling reports and statistics
• Assist with programming, outreach, collection maintenance and displays

We're looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree, LTA, or minimum 2 years relevant library experience
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Flexible, reliable, and detail-oriented with good computer skills
• Comfort working with people from diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities
• Commitment to bringing the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility to your everyday work
• Prior experience working with the public

We'd like:

• Experience in current technology including digital reading platforms, maker technology, and the ability to provide basic instruction to patrons on these services.
• Spanish-language skills

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.53 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work 2-3 weekend shifts (Sat or Sun) per month?

Ability to Commute:

• North Aurora, IL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• North Aurora, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17