Part-Time Library Access Services Associate

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Fox Lake (IL); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District is seeking a part-time circulation clerk to join the Access Services team. You will greet patrons, check materials in/out, issue cards, process holds, and assist with catalogs.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer service, teamwork, and discretion handling patron information. 16 hours per week, including one Sunday shift per month, with days/nights/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in customer service strongly preferred.
• Spanish fluency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides consistent courteous and friendly service to library patrons.
• Check library materials in and out.
• Issuing and renewing library cards for patrons.
• Processing patron holds.
• Assist patrons with the copy machine and library catalog use.
• Sorting and distributing mail.
• Implementation and knowledge of circulation policies and procedures.
• Sorting and shelving of library materials.
• Perform clerical duties such as typing and filing.
• Safeguarding patron privacy; handles patron financial and account matters with discretion.
• Accurately collecting and recording fines and fees.
• Maintain the appearance and order of the circulation desk and office, the new book collection, the periodical collection and the audiovisual collection.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Self-starter

Spanish fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District is seeking a part-time circulation clerk to join the Access Services team. You will greet patrons, check materials in/out, issue cards, process holds, and assist with catalogs.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer service, teamwork, and discretion handling patron information. 16 hours per week, including one Sunday shift per month, with days/nights/weekends as needed.