Jobs at the library
When available, current library job openings will be listed in the section(s) below along with a link to the full job description and job application. Unsolicited applications and/or resumes will not be kept on file.
The Des Plaines Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.
Patron Accounts Assistant - Full Time
DPPL is seeking a hardworking, self-starter with excellent customer service skills. This key role requires a team player who can prioritize and make judgment calls in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will assist customers with their library accounts and materials, help register them for cards and programs, and do outreach throughout the community. Computer literacy is a must!
DUTIES:
1. Understands and carries out the Library’s policies and procedures
2. Assists patrons with all matters related to their Library accounts and answers public questions.
3. May be responsible for one or more of the following: fulfills interlibrary loan requests and reports statistics; registers public meeting room bookings, maintains the schedule and public calendar, and reports statistics; selects Quick Pick magazine collection and maintains display; and registers and processes special library cards for businesses, nonresidents, and a variety of other types of users.
4. Assists and instructs patrons in the use of the self-checks, automated materials handler, copier, and catalog.
5. Registers patrons for library cards, library programs, and other services such as voter registration and tax preparation appointments.
6. Checks materials in and out, renews items, and sorts and routes materials.
7. Answers Library directional and procedural questions and general community-related questions. Refers patrons to appropriate staff for assistance when necessary.
8. Promotes Library card signup at in-person visits to local schools and community events.
9. Reconciles patron accounts and takes payment for damaged and lost items.
10. Prepares daily cash deposit and cash register drawer for opening on the following day.
11. Accepts donations for the Friends of the Library and processes purchases from the on-going book sale.
12. Maintains public holds area, Quick Pick collections, and new Video Game collection, including shelving and straightening.
13. Compiles statistical data.
14. May attend appropriate meetings, workshops, and conferences.
15. May prepare weekly desk schedule.
16. Performs a variety of clerical tasks.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.
Administrative Coordinator
- Are you an experienced and efficient municipal Administrative Assistant?
- Do you excel with project/office management, records retention, and providing support to a team in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment?
- Are you described as a self-starter who takes initiative?
If you answered “yes” to these questions, then the full-time, non-exempt position of Administrative Coordinator at the Des Plaines Public Library is for you!
DUTIES:
- Understands and carries out the Library’s policies and procedures.
- Provides clerical and organizational support for library administration.
- Serves as receptionist for public and staff.
- Serves as a FOIA Officer.
- Maintains library records.
- Assists with the administrative tasks associated with Library bids and requests for proposal.
- Monitors and maintains appropriate inventory levels of administrative office supplies.
- Prepares correspondence, reports, documents, and memos.
- Collects copier and debit card dispenser money.
- Coordinates all aspects of All-Staff meetings and makes travel arrangements to library conferences for staff.
- Assists in the preparation of the monthly Board of Trustees packet, and other Board-related administrative tasks.
- Performs other duties as assigned.