Top 29 Public library Jobs in Niles Il

Part-Time Library Clerk (AFSCME UNION)
City of Evanston —Evanston, IL
- $19.03 - $24.37 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
14d
Technical Services Processing Clerk (2 Part-Time, 16 hours per week each position)
Glenview Public Library —Glenview, IL
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
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Administrative Office Clerk (Part-Time, 25 hours per week)
Glenview Public Library —Glenview, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Basic math
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
LIBRARY ASSOCIATE - HOURLY
City of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $32.30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- Customer service
- Research
5d
Materials Services Clerk
Des Plaines Public Library —Des Plaines, IL
- $16.50 - $19.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
- High school diploma or GED
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7d
Innovation Services Technician (2 Part-Time, 18 hours per week each position)
Glenview Public Library —Glenview, IL
- $20.83 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Windows
- High school diploma or GED
2d
Facilities Department Custodian
Park Ridge Public Library —Park Ridge, IL
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Library Assistant - 1
Vernon Area Public Library —Lincolnshire, IL
- $21.23 - $26.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Windows
- Associate's degree
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Library Assistant - 2
Vernon Area Public Library —Lincolnshire, IL
- $21.23 - $26.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Windows
- Associate's degree
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Janitor (Part-time, 14 hours/week)
MOUNT PROSPECT PUBLIC LIBRARY —Mount Prospect, IL
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Adult Services Specialist
Addison Public Library —Addison, IL
- $26.20 - $32.74 an hour
- Part-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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Adult Community Engagement Manager (Full-Time)
Glenview Public Library —Glenview, IL
- $70,000 - $72,500 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
6d
Cafe Attendant
Glen Ellyn Public Library —Glen Ellyn, IL
- $16 - $19 an hour
- Serving
- Computer literacy
- 16+ years old
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Harold Washington College Federal Work Study Student- Library Aide
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Writing skills
- University
Customer Services Assistant- Nichols Library
Naperville Public Library —Naperville, IL
- $18.65 an hour
- Microsoft Outlook
- High school diploma or GED
- Reliable transportation
- Paid training
- Paid parental leave
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Outreach Services Associate (Part-Time)
Warren-Newport Public Library —Gurnee, IL
- $18.02 - $20.73 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
Community Engagement Assistant
Addison Public Library —Addison, IL
- $21.79 - $27.24 an hour
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- 2 years
- Communication skills
- Paid time off
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2d
Circulation Assistant - Nichols Library
Naperville Public Library —Naperville, IL
- $16 an hour
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Paid parental leave
Quick Apply
14d
Studio Services Coordinator
Poplar Creek Public Library District —Streamwood, IL
- $57,491 - $86,237 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Mid-level
- 2 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Children’s Reference Assistant/Programmer
Poplar Creek Public Library District —Streamwood, IL
- $19.08 - $24.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Driver's License
- Children
- Reliable transportation
- Paid holidays

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Part-Time Library Clerk (AFSCME UNION)

City of Evanston
Evanston, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$19.03 - $24.37 an hour
14 days ago

Qualifications

Search engines
Customer communication
Library collection arrangement
Word processing
In-person customer service
Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
Math
File organization

Full Job Description

JobID: 1401

Position Type:
Library/Library Clerk - Part-Time

Date Posted:
7/8/2026

Location:
Main Library

Date Available:
TBD

Closing Date:
08/01/2026

SALARY RANGE: $19.029 - $24.368/HOUR

Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for the range.

Part-time 20 hours per week, including some evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

Schedule: Varies

NATURE OF WORK:

The role of a part-time Library Clerk is crucial in enhancing our patrons' experience through excellent customer service. This position involves assisting patrons, managing library materials, and supporting operations. Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or other international languages is highly desirable. Qualified candidates are passionate about providing equitable access to resources and are equity-focused in their approach to positively impacting our community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):

Welcomes all who enter the library giving clear, accurate, and timely answers to patron inquiries and directing patrons to Librarians and Library Assistants as needed.
Answers incoming phone calls with a high level of responsive customer service.
Assists patrons at the service desk by using the computer system to check in/out and renew library materials, issue library cards, register patrons for programs, reserve meeting rooms, and resolve problems.
Accepts fines and fees using a cash register and credit card machine.
Performs daily branch opening and closing procedures. Empty the book drop, processes returned materials and routes materials to and from other locations, maintains reserve shelves, processes holds pick lists and missing item lists.
Assists with public computer signup, use, and printing along with the use of copiers, scanners, and fax machines. Assists with minor computer instructions and problem-solving.
Shelve materials in order and check them regularly to ensure items are rightfully placed
Provide excellent customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of customers, volunteers, and staff throughout the Library, as well as outside the organization.
May perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

Must possess a high school diploma or GED and one (1) or more years of customer service-related work experience.

The ability to speak a foreign language, particularly Spanish, is highly desirable.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

Strong customer service skills.
Proficiency with Internet search engines, word processing software, email, and online computer catalogs. Familiarity with Polaris (our library information system) is a plus.
Ability to promptly sort and file materials in alpha-numerical order.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of customers and staff throughout the Library including community partners.
Ability to prioritize many variable duties, requests, and responsibilities.
Ability to exercise independent judgment.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret written instructions and perform mathematical calculations with the use of a calculator and/or cash register.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

The ability to work while standing as well as bodily movement associated with bending, kneeling, stretching, reaching, pushing, and pulling is associated with shelving books and pushing a book cart. The ability to occasionally use force to exert up to 40 pounds. The ability to lift, carry, or otherwise move objects, books, materials, etc. using up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

The ability to stand for at least four hours at a time.

The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions: protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from indoor temperature changes.

There are no environmental hazards associated with this classification.

SUPERVISION:

The circulation clerk works under the direction of the Manager and Assistant Manager of the department. They interact with other library branches, institutions, and staff at all levels to meet goals and objectives. The employee is responsible for prioritizing work tasks and using appropriate resources to resolve problems. Work performance is reviewed through observation, project completion, status reports, conferences, and meetings. Guidance is provided through the City Code, departmental policies, City operating practices and procedures, and other applicable resources. Work is evaluated annually according to the classification standards.

PUBLIC CONTACT:

The employee has regular and frequent contact with the general public.

SELECTION METHOD

TYPE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST

LIFE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST

Qualifications Assessment

Category Group

One Year

Structured Oral Interview

Chosen candidates will be subject to a qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug/alcohol screen.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Facilities Management Office at 847-866-2916 (voice) or 847-448-8052 (TTY).

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public library jobs in niles il

Part-Time Library Clerk (AFSCME UNION)

Technical Services Processing Clerk (2 Part-Time, 16 hours per week each position)

Administrative Office Clerk (Part-Time, 25 hours per week)

LIBRARY ASSOCIATE - HOURLY

Materials Services Clerk

Innovation Services Technician (2 Part-Time, 18 hours per week each position)

Facilities Department Custodian

Library Assistant - 1

Library Assistant - 2

Janitor (Part-time, 14 hours/week)

Adult Services Specialist

Adult Community Engagement Manager (Full-Time)

Cafe Attendant

Harold Washington College Federal Work Study Student- Library Aide

Customer Services Assistant- Nichols Library

Outreach Services Associate (Part-Time)

Community Engagement Assistant

Circulation Assistant - Nichols Library

Studio Services Coordinator

Children’s Reference Assistant/Programmer

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