Part-Time Library Circulation & Patron Services

Illinois; Schaumburg, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Paid holidays

Paid personal days

Paid sick days

Dental plan

Educational assistance

457 retirement plan

Pet insurance

Legal plan

Job summary

Schaumburg Township District Library is seeking a Circulation Assistant to join our team. This part-time role works approximately 20 hours per week at our Central location in Schaumburg, IL.

The position emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and efficiency in reception, registration, and circulation tasks. Responsibilities include processing holds, shelving, and addressing library account matters, while following procedures and library policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or 1–3 years related experience.
• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to be a team-player and work pleasantly and effectively with patrons and staff.
• Ability to learn various library functions and perform them correctly.
• Ability to follow library policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Assist and fulfill patrons’ needs in reception, registration, circulation and holds.
• Process holds, shelving and address library account matters.
• Support department procedures and apply policies.
• Represent the Library in interactions with patrons.

Skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Team player

Flexibility

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Schaumburg Township District Library is seeking a Circulation Assistant to join our team. This part-time role works approximately 20 hours per week at our Central location in Schaumburg, IL.

The position emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and efficiency in reception, registration, and circulation tasks. Responsibilities include processing holds, shelving, and addressing library account matters, while following procedures and library policies.