Guest Service Associate

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time (3 weeks)

Sick leave

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

IMRF pension

Job summary

Addison Public Library is seeking a customer-focused team member who loves helping patrons. You will check out materials, issue library cards, handle fines, answer phones, and assist at self-checkout stations while protecting privacy and confidentiality.

This role supports a diverse community and requires flexible evenings and weekends. Ideal candidates are comfortable with data entry, using office equipment, and communicating clearly with patrons in person and by phone.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• One year of experience working with the public is required.
• The ability to use computer, telephone and other office equipment.
• Preference will be given to bilingual English and proficient in Polish, Spanish or other languages spoken by patrons.

Responsibilities

• Greet patrons and deliver GREAT service following Patron Experience Guidelines.
• Check out/check in materials, issue library cards, and collect fines/fees.
• Answer phones, provide information, and route calls appropriately.
• Enter data for a variety of transactions accurately.
• Assist patrons at self-checkout stations and at multiple service points.
• Monitor and tidy public areas and report maintenance issues.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Bilingual

Privacy/confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office equipment

Self-checkout systems

Job description

This position requires availability to work evenings and weekends as a part of a regular schedule.

Week A

• Sunday OFF
• Monday 8:45-1:00
• Tuesday 4:15-9:15
• Thursday 9:00- 3:30
• Friday 8:30 - 1:30
• Saturday OFF

Week B

• Sunday OFF
• Monday 8:45-1:15
• Tuesday 4:15-9:15
• Thursday 9:00 - 1:30
• Friday OFF
• Saturday 9:00-5:15

Week C

• Sunday 12:45 -5:15
• Monday OFF
• Tuesday 4:15 - 9:15
• Thursday 9:00 - 3:30
• Friday 8:30 - 1:15
• Saturday OFF
  

Salary: $16.54-$20.68/hr. DOQ. $20.68 is the mid-point of the salary range reserved for candidates who exceed the minimum qualifications and have significant, direct experience.

Have you always wanted to work in a Library? Would you enjoy conversing with patrons while helping them check out their library materials? Do you get excited when you skillfully resolve issues in person and by chatting on the phone? Do you thrive in a team environment that delivers a positive patron experience and would love to have an opportunity to serve in a diverse community? If you answered “yes” to these, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for:

• A customer service champion who will follow ourPatron Experience Guidelines to deliver GREAT service to everyone who walks through our doors.
• A team member who helps ensure the Library remains a Safe, Respectful, and Responsible space by enforcing our Patron Behavior Guide with professionalism and empathy.
• Someone who understands the importance of privacy and can handle patron data with confidentiality.
• A flexible worker who is comfortable serving patrons at multiple service points, including the drive-up window, during scheduled shifts.
• A detail-oriented individual to check out/check in materials, issue library cards, and collect fines and fees accurately and efficiently.
• A clear communicator to answer phones, provide information, and route calls appropriately.
• Someone who can accurately enter data for a variety of transactions.
• A team player to process delivery bins, handle kits, games, and Library returns, and check for missing, broken, or service-needing items.
• A problem-solver who can process delinquencies, identify lost or damaged items, and troubleshoot patron account issues using both technology and in-person follow-up.
• A proactive presence who can monitor and tidy public areas like the vestibule, lobby, and restrooms, and report any larger maintenance issues to the proper staff.
• Someone who can assist patrons using self-checkout stations.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends is required as part of the regular schedule.
• Someone who enjoys standing, bending, stretching, and lifting at work.
• Bilingual in (Spanish/English) highly preferred.

What we offer:

• Generous accrued paid time off, including three weeks of vacation annually, two weeks of sick leave, and eight weeks of paid parental leave.
• Encouragement for professional growth, including tuition reimbursement.
• A diverse community that actively uses and supports its public library.
• An organizational culture that embraces change and supports trying new ideas.
• Enrollment in the IMRF public pension fund

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• One year of experience working with the public is required.
• The ability to use computer, telephone and other office equipment.
• Preference will be given to qualified candidates who are bilingual in English and proficient in Polish, Spanish or any of the other languages spoken by patrons we are happy to serve.
  

Dedicated to fostering lifelong learning and literacy, the Addison Public Library provides opportunities to explore, create, and connect. We value cultural inclusiveness, respect, and diversity of thought; intellectual freedom; ethical and effective stewardship of resources; and engagement with community members.