JobID: 417
Position Type:
UFL-Hourly/Hourly pooled positions (no close date)
Date Posted:
5/8/2023
Location:
Urbana Free Library
Date Available:
When filled
Closing Date:
Continuous
What are "pooled positions"?
Glad you asked! “Pooled” positions are positions the Library accepts applications for all of the time.
That way, when a job becomes available, we can quickly review applications, set up interviews, and hire.
Note: We only review applications submitted within the last six months, so remember to keep your application updated!
- All positions require evening and weekend hours, unless otherwise noted.
- Applicants must have flexible schedules for additional hours, if necessary and as approved by supervisors.
- Job descriptions are subject to change without notice, subject to the needs of The Urbana Free Library.
Library Assistant 1 – Collections, hourly: Shelve books and other materials, check in materials, retrieve items to fill requests, keep material in proper order, empty book returns, move materials and furniture, run errands, and perform other basic tasks related to the Library’s collections.
Passing score on a shelving test and ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds required.
Prior successful work experience desirable.
Wage Range: $15.
94-$17.
53 per hour.
Scheduled 10-15 hrs/wk.
Full job description
Library Assistant 1 – Acquisitions, hourly: Receive and physically prepare Library materials in all formats for use in the collection; assist with the distribution of Library’s daily mail and packages; and process, claim, and maintain subscriptions for the Library’s magazine collection.
Physical preparation includes application of covers, labels, security, and other physical packaging components and may include entry and editing of information into the Library catalog.
Physical processing also includes mending and repair of damaged materials.
Must have exceptional orientation to detail, good manual agility, ability to work with various databases, and have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior successful work experience.
Library experience desirable.
Passing score on the processing test required.
Wage Range: $15.
94-$17.
53 per hour.
Scheduled 12-19 hrs/wk.
Full job description
Library Assistant 2 – Patron Services, hourly: Provides library account management, information services, bibliographic instruction, and computer lab assistance to patrons of all ages; assist in preparing and implementing outreach and programs; and provide excellent customer service.
May create and/or maintain schedules for Library staff.
Must meet people well, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and prior successful work experience.
Public service or library experience and maximum scheduling availability preferred.
Wage Range: $17.
71-$19.
48 per hour.
Scheduled 10-15 hrs/wk.
Full job description
Library Assistant 2 – Archives, hourly: Provide information services and retrieve archival records for patrons; process archival and other Library materials; participate in outreach and programming; provide excellent customer service; and carry out other duties as assigned.
Information service, library, archives, and special collections experience all preferred.
Must be able to lift 25-pound boxes.
Wage Range: $17.
71-$19.
48 per hour.
Scheduled 10-19 hrs/wk.
Full job description
Applications will not be considered unless they are complete.
Selection Process:
Online application.
Panel interviews.
Contacting references.
Selection/Appointment.
Accommodations:
The Urbana Free Library provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
If you need information, please contact The Urbana Free Library at 217-367-4057.
The Urbana Free Library welcomes diversity!
We foster an environment that values and encourages mutual respect, inclusion of all people, and utilizing differences and similarities as an organizational asset.
We welcome applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
EOE.