Material Services Outreach Associate
The Barrington Area Library is recruiting for a part-time Material Services Outreach Associate. We’re a busy and innovative library, and this position offers a variety of responsibilities. This key team player works with the Material Services Manager in fulfilling customer requests and delivering and retrieving items throughout our 72-square-mile library district.
About the Department:
Material Services is responsible for the movement and maintenance of physical Library collections. Material Services staff members shelve a variety of item types, troubleshoot and prepare hold requests, and pick up/deliver materials to and from remote locations. This department works efficiently to ensure a seamless experience for customers as they discover and receive Library materials.
About You:
➠ You are comfortable driving a large cargo van to deliver and retrieve materials.
➠ You have the ability to learn check-in procedures of materials.
➠ You enjoy responding to in-person customer inquiries.
➠ You have basic knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.
➠ You enjoy the independence of directing your work day while en route.
Qualifications include a valid driver’s license, a high school diploma or equivalent, along with related work and a demonstrated history of strong communication skills, independent judgement, and positive customer service experiences.
Salary/Schedule/Benefits:
The starting pay begins at $14.38 per hour. This position will average approximately 21 hours per week and will include weekday and rotating weekend hours. Typical shifts are 8:20 AM –2:30 PM or 11:30 AM – 5 PM. Flexibility in scheduling is required based on the needs of the department.
This position earns sick, vacation, personal, and paid holiday time. In addition, you will be a member of and contribute to the IMRF Pension plan.
Please read the full job description for additional details regarding the responsibilities and requirements. For consideration, download, save, and email the completed PDF application to resume@balibrary.org.
About BALibrary:
Our revitalized, 21st century library is a busy, friendly place that supports lifelong, active learning, and an appreciation for creativity and innovation. Customers of all ages and interests visit the Library, expecting to find excellent and informed service, and state of the art spaces for private work and group collaboration. This position plays an important role in maintaining the Library’s high standard of service excellence.