Position Available: Library Assistant
The Park Forest Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, customer-focused individual to work at the public desks.
Must be available evenings (close time of 8 pm) and weekends (Saturdays 8:45 am-5 pm)
Job responsibilities include
- Check materials in and out
- Assist patrons on computers
- Issue and update library cards
- Process interlibrary loan (ILL) materials as needed
- Place holds on materials and take ILL requests
- Provide basic readers' advisory service
- Search electronic databases for materials
- Shelve materials and read shelves
- Perform opening and closing duties
- Greet patrons as they enter to make a positive first impression
Qualifications
- One year of work experience and high school diploma or bachelor's degree
- Flexible hours
- Access to transportation
- Must be able to stand for periods of time, bend, stoop, lift, carry, and push a fully loaded book cart
Compensation
- Starting pay $15, Range $15-$20.12 per hour, vacation and holiday time
- 12-19 hours per week
To Apply
Email resume and cover letter to Library Director Mary VanSwol mary.vanswol@pfpl.org with the subject line "PFPL Assistant 11-2025"