Acquisitions & Digitization Clerk

The Prospect Heights Library District is looking for a well-organized and efficient Acquisitions & Digitization Clerk to join our Technical Services Department.  The Technical Services Department is responsible for ordering, cataloging and physical processing all new materials. We are seeking someone who can consistently keep new material flowing through the department. In this role, you will place orders online from multiple vendors, receive orders daily and process invoices. Additional responsibilities include digitizing local history materials. 

The ideal candidate will be: 

• Skilled at providing top-notch customer service to staff and vendors 

• Able to troubleshoot issues with orders and invoicing  

• Flexible and adaptable to new situations 

• Collaborative and a team player 

• Organized, reliable and able to manage multiple tasks 

• An effective communicator 

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent. Library Technical Assistant (LTA) preferred. Some knowledge of the principles and practices of public library functions is preferred.

BENEFITS

• Required participation in IMRF pension plan

• 457 deferred compensation retirement plan

• Dental Insurance after one year of service

• Paid time off

The Prospect Heights Public Library District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or national origin.

How to Apply

To apply, go to https://www.phpl.info/job-listing/acquisitions-digitization-clerk-1 to complete our application.  E-mail pdf versions of your cover letter, resume and completed employment application to [email protected].  Deadline for applications – 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 29, 2025.

Application Contact

Nora Mastny

[email protected]