Hispanic Services Program Assistant

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Elgin (IL); Hybrid; USD 33,062,000 - 38,573,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Time-off benefits

Job summary

The Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin, IL is seeking a friendly, bilingual and organized team member for the Hispanic Services Department. This 28-hour-per-week position involves supporting program activities, handling clerical tasks, and translating between Spanish and English.

You will work as part of a team, interact with diverse patrons, and may cover days, evenings and weekends. The role offers $17.00 per hour with prorated time-off benefits.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish required with strong communication.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass a language skills test.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities of the Hispanic Services Department, including on-site and off-site program prep, setup and cleanup, errands, and other departmental tasks.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties related to program agreements, marketing, and data entry.
• Translate written and verbal information between Spanish and English, as needed.
• Coordinate technology support for in-person and virtual programs.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Detail oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Are you a positive and friendly individual who enjoys helping others? We are seeking a friendly, bilingual, and organized individual to join the Hispanic Services Department at the Main Library. This position works as part of a team and provides support for programs and services offered throughout the library district. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong customer service skills and the ability to effectively interact with Spanish-speaking individuals of varying ages and backgrounds.

In this role you will:

• Support the day-to-day activities of the Hispanic Services Department, including on-site and off-site program preparation, set-up and clean-up, errands, and other departmental tasks.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties related to program agreements, marketing, and data entry.
• Translate written and verbal information between Spanish and English, as needed.
• Coordinate technology support for in-person and virtual programs.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Must be detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing priorities.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills required.
• Must successfully complete a language skills test at the proficiency level.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and a safe driving record.

The Gail Borden Public Library
270 N. Grove Ave.
Elgin , IL 60120

The Gail Borden Public Library, Kane County

Hours

28 hours per week – combination of days, nights, and weekend hours.

$17.00 per hour + prorated time-off benefits. See below for benefit information.**