Employment Opportunities

The Bloomingdale Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented person to provide excellent customer service to patrons while working at our busy Circulation Desk. This is a permanent, year-round position and candidates should have at least some daytime availability. There is no set schedule; employees will work at least one evening a week and at least one weekend a month as part of their regular schedule.

Duties include checking materials in and out, issuing library cards, assisting patrons with our self-check machines and automated materials handler, performing basic technical services tasks, and working on special projects as assigned. Qualified candidates must be able to work in a Microsoft environment and have PC and Microsoft Office skills. Experience with a library ILS (Integrated Library System) or working in the SWAN (System Wide Automated Network) library consortium is highly desirable.

Ideal candidates will have good interpersonal and communication skills and dedication to superior customer service. Previous public library experience is preferred but not required.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with the completion of an LTA certification preferred.

This position starts at $15.86/hour (salary range $15.86-$23.79 depending on qualifications, experience, and organizational equity) and reports to the Circulation and Technical Services Department Head. It includes paid time-off benefits including board approved paid holidays, inclusion in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, dental/vision insurance paid for by employee (optional), employee assistance program (optional), and a 457/Mission Square Retirement Fund (optional).

The start date for this position is July 7, 2025.