Jobs at Messenger Public Library
Library Associate – Adult Services
Hours: 20 hours/week (non-exempt) including 2 evenings and weekend rotation
Pay: range begins $16.53, depending on skills and qualifications
Benefits: IMRF (IL Municipal Retirement Fund), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP), and optional deferred 457b compensation plan with employer match
To apply: Submit PDFs of cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Dawn Ritter, Head of Adult Services dawn@messengerpl.org
Job Description
Messenger Public Library is looking for a new staff member with a teamwork-centric attitude, dedication to customer service, and willingness to jump in and help others.
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 primarily ages 18+. This position will staff the public service desk in Adult Services, and report to the Adult Services Department Head.
The 20 hours/week consist of evening, weekend, and some daytime shifts in our Adult Services Department.
Some of the main job duties:
- Staff the public service desks to welcome children, teens, and adults
- Provide research and technology assistance in person, by phone, and by email
- Share book suggestions for a wide range of ages and interests
- Assist with using a computer, printer, copier, or scan and fax station
- Instruct in how to access online resources, including eBooks and eAudiobooks
- Assist with administrative tasks and department projects, including compiling reports and statistics
- Assist with programming, collection maintenance, and book displays
We’re looking for:
- Bachelor’s Degree, LTA, or minimum 2 years of experience in customer service
- Fantastic communication and customer service skills
- Attention to detail and organization
- Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
- Experience in current technology and the ability to provide basic instruction to patrons
- Comfort working with people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and ages
- Commitment to bringing the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility to your everyday work
We’d like:
- Spanish-language skills are highly desired
- Experience working in public libraries
- Experience working with technology
Schedule:
- Evening shifts (typically 2 nights/week from 5-9 pm)
- Weekend availability (typically 2-3 shifts/month)
- Schedule averages 20 hours/week: either 5 four-hour shifts/week or 4 five-hour shifts, with occasional full day 8-hour shifts.
- The schedule is based on the library’s needs and could change if and when needed.
The mission of the Messenger Public Library is to inform, connect, and enrich the community of North Aurora. As such, our library celebrates inclusion and is committed to equal-opportunity employment. We believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. The Messenger Public Library is an equal-opportunity employer.
Community Service Opportunities
Adult Volunteers
We are currently not accepting general volunteers. When the opportunity is available, we will update our page.
Teen Volunteers
Need service hours? Looking for ways to give back to the community? Come join our Teen Volunteer team. For more information and the application link, click here.
Court-ordered Community Service
If you are seeking a volunteer placement to fulfill a court-ordered community service requirement, please contact the Library Director at (630) 801-2345 or via email at shannon@messengerpl.org. To download a copy of the Court-ordered Community Service Volunteer Application, click here.
Please note that we take a very limited number of service volunteers.
Projects and RFP
There are no project or bid requests open at this time.
