Part-time Shelver

Cook Memorial Public Library District • Libertyville, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Cook Memorial Public Library District is seeking two detail-oriented and amiable individuals with flexible schedules to shelve materials at both Aspen Drive Library in Vernon Hills and Cook Park Library in Libertyville. These are permanent, year-round positions. There are two available schedules: Schedule #1 averaging 12 hours a week, and Schedule #2 averaging 15 hours a week. Flexibility in filling additional shifts is desirable.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• Detail-oriented and good organizational skills
• Familiarity with Dewey Decimal System
• Ability to alphabetize and place items in call number order
• Basic computer skills
• Strength to move library materials, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach shelves of various heights
• Standing for extended lengths of time (3 to 5 hours)
• Read small fonts and recognize colored labels
• Must be able to work at both Cook Park and Aspen Drive Libraries

Nice To Haves

• Flexible schedules
• Flexibility in filling additional shifts desirable

Responsibilities

• Sort and load materials onto carts and shelve in proper location
• Use computer to print lists of requested items
• Retrieve items to fill holds
• Shift collections as needed
• Shelf read, ensuring materials are in correct order

Benefits

• 457 savings plan
• Paid time off
• Scheduled holidays
• Premium pay on Sundays
• Cost of living and merit increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED