Guest Services Page

Indian Prairie Public Library is seeking two part-time Guest Services Pages.   There are two schedules available.  Job duties include checking in materials, sorting materials for shelving, loading and moving book carts and return bins, shelving materials and answering patron direction questions. 

We offer a dynamic, engaging team environment that values each individual.  Applicants must have a commitment to excellent customer service, be able to work independently and have a friendly manner.  Other requirements include: 

• Ability to shelve library materials accurately.
• Ability to arrange items in alphabetical and numerical order (test required).
• Ability to learn check-in procedures.
• Practical knowledge of computers. 
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to move loaded book carts and bins.
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and staff in English, both oral and written.

This position averages 14-16 hours per week; must be able to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, alternating Saturday afternoons and some Sunday afternoons:

Schedule A: Schedule B:

Monday 5 - 9 p.m.                                                                   Monday 1 - 5 p.m.

Tuesday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.                                                            Wednesday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.                                                               Thursday 5 - 9 p.m.

Every other Sat. 1 - 5 p.m.                                                        Every other Sat. 1 - 5 p.m.

Every 5th Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.                                                     Every 5th Sunday 1 -5 p.m.

The salary is $15.00 per hour. Applicant must be at least 16 years of age.

A complete job description and application is available here or at the Guest Services desk on the first floor of the library.  Applications will be accepted until Friday, February 28th at 5 p.m. 

Submit completed applications to Amy Pearson, Guest Services Supervisor, Indian Prairie Public Library, 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL  60561, [email protected].   Be sure to indicate if you are interested in Schedule A or Schedule B.

The Indian Prairie Public Library District is located in Darien, Illinois serving 42,000 residents in the communities of Darien, Willowbrook and Burr Ridge.  The library is extremely busy with a wide variety of services and programming.  Our residents love our services and the warm and friendly staff!  Indian Prairie Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.  For further information about the library, visit www.ippl.info.