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 days, evenings, and weekends (alternating Fridays and Saturdays)
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
Compensation
- $15-$20.12 per hour, vacation and holiday time
- 20-29 hours per week
- Participation in IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
To Apply
Email resume and cover letter to Library Director Mary VanSwol mary.vanswol@pfpl.org with the subject line "PFPL Assistant 2025"