Jobs
Patron Services Associate (PSA)
The Westmont Public Library is seeking a friendly and customer service driven individual to join our team as a part-time Patron Services Associate. Applicants should enjoy serving a diverse public, using a variety of technology, and working collaboratively with staff and patrons. Primary duties include answering patrons’ questions, circulating materials and creating library cards.
Qualified applicants should have a high school diploma; LTA certificate preferred. A minimum of one year working experience in a customer driven environment is required. This is an 18 hour part-time position which includes nights and weekends. Starting salary is $11.50/hour.
At WPL we value collaboration generated by a positive, friendly environment. A good sense of humor is a must! In addition to departmental responsibilities, staff members have opportunities to participate on committees and represent the library at special events.
Please send a resume, cover letter and three professional references to Brittany H. Smith, Assistant Director and Head of Patron Services at [email protected] by Wednesday, August 30th.
Digital Services Librarian
The Westmont Public Library is seeking a friendly, patron-focused individual to join our Adult Services department as a Digital Services Librarian. Applicants should enjoy serving a diverse public, using a variety of technology, and working collaboratively with staff and patrons. Primary duties include providing individualized assistance to patrons, answering patron’s technology-focused questions, evaluating and promoting the library’s digital resources, and planning, presenting, and evaluating technology-focused programs for Westmont patrons, both Youth and Adult.
Qualified applicants should have a MLS degree or equivalent from an ALA accredited school or significant coursework completed. Experience in a customer driven environment is required, previous experience developing and teaching technology and maker programs preferred. This is a 19.5 hour part-time position which includes nights and weekends. Starting salary is $21.00/hour. Benefits include paid time off.
At WPL we value collaboration generated by a positive, friendly environment. A good sense of humor is a must! In addition to departmental responsibilities, staff members have opportunities to participate on committees, represent the library at special events, and advance their professional development.
Please send a resume, cover letter and three professional references to Alex Carlson, Head of Adult Services at [email protected] by Wednesday, September 6th.