Job Description
Join Chicago's premier library network and start your career tomorrow! We're seeking passionate Library Assistants to serve our diverse community. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a daily impact in literacy and education. Immediate start available for qualified candidates. Apply today and become part of Chicago's cultural heartbeat!
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation desk operations including check-ins, check-outs, and renewals
- Assist patrons in locating materials and navigating library resources
- Process new acquisitions through cataloging and shelving systems
- Implement library programs and community outreach initiatives
- Maintain digital and physical collection organization
- Provide basic technology assistance to patrons
- Support inventory management and interlibrary loans
- Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive library environment
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1+ years customer service experience
- Basic computer literacy and data entry skills
- Strong organizational and attention-to-detail abilities
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of library systems preferred
- Valid Illinois driver's license if handling interlibrary transport