Part-Time Library Circulation Specialist

River Forest Public Library; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave accrual

Job summary

River Forest Public Library is seeking a part-time Materials Services Associate to work at the Materials Services desk, assisting patrons with circulation, holds, and card issuance.

Responsibilities include cash handling, answering inquiries, shelving, and assisting with interlibrary loans, AV setup, and meeting room support. The role requires High School Diploma and cash handling experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with the public and staff.
• Experience handling cash and processing payments.
• Physical ability to lift and carry materials up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous, knowledgeable assistance at the Materials Services desk.
• Process check-ins/outs, renewals, holds, and fines; manage cash and card payments.
• Balance cash; update spreadsheets; respond to patron requests; assist with holds and interlibrary loan.

Skills

Communication skills

Cash handling

Lifting and physical effort

Education

High School Diploma

Cash handling experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

River Forest Public Library is seeking a part-time Materials Services Associate to work at the Materials Services desk, assisting patrons with circulation, holds, and card issuance.

Responsibilities include cash handling, answering inquiries, shelving, and assisting with interlibrary loans, AV setup, and meeting room support. The role requires High School Diploma and cash handling experience.