Guest Services Page

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Darien (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Indian Prairie Public Library District is seeking a Guest Services Page to assist with check-in and shelving duties and to help library patrons with directions and questions. The role requires accurate shelving, ability to order items, and basic computer skills.

The position offers part-time hours (~14–16 hours per week) with morning, afternoon, and some weekend shifts. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and able to communicate effectively in English.

Qualifications

• Ability to shelve library materials accurately.
• Ability to arrange items in alphabetical and numerical order (test required).
• Ability to learn check-in procedures.
• Practical knowledge of computers.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to move loaded book carts and bins.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and staff in English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Check in materials, sort for shelving, load and move book carts and return bins, shelve materials, and answer patron direction questions.

Skills

Shelving accuracy

Alphabetical ordering

Check-in procedures

Computers proficiency

Attention to detail

Move book carts

English communication

Job description

Indian Prairie Public Library is seeking a Guest Services Page. The schedule available is listed below. Job duties include checking in materials, sorting materials for shelving, loading and moving book carts and return bins, shelving materials, and answering patron direction questions.

We offer a dynamic, engaging team environment that values each individual. Applicants must have a commitment to excellent customer service, be able to work independently, and have a friendly manner. Other requirements include:

• Ability to shelve library materials accurately.
• Ability to arrange items in alphabetical and numerical order (test required).
• Ability to learn check-in procedures.
• Practical knowledge of computers.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to move loaded book carts and bins.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and staff in English, both oral and written.

This position averages 14–16 hours per week; must be able to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, alternating Saturday afternoons, and some Sunday afternoons.

Schedule A
Monday: 1–5 p.m.
Tuesday: 5 –9 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Every other Saturday: 9 a.m. –1 p.m.
Every 5th Sunday: 1–5 p.m.

or

Schedule B
Monday: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. –1 p.m.
Friday: 1–5 p.m.
Every other Saturday: 1– 5 p.m.
Every 5th Sunday: 1–5 p.m.

The salary is $15.61 per hour. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.

The Indian Prairie Public Library District is located in Darien, Illinois, serving 42,000 residents in the communities of Darien, Willowbrook, and Burr Ridge. The library is extremely busy with a wide variety of services and programming. Our residents love our services and the warm and friendly staff! Indian Prairie Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. For further information about the library, visit the website .