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Do you love public libraries and all they have to offer? Are you passionate about providing exceptional service to the community and your coworkers? Are you enthusiastic about being a leader, collaborator, and part of a forward-thinking management team? If so, come join our award-winning, 5-star library!

The Access Services Manager is an integral part of our leadership team, serving as the main point person for Access Services, overseeing all cataloging, processing, and acquisitions, as well as setting the pace and direction for the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, and the library’s robust strategic plan. The Access Services Manager should be accustomed to working with staff and patrons from diverse backgrounds and committed to supporting the Downers Grove Public Library with its equity, diversity, and inclusion work.

We are looking for a successful candidate who will:

• Direct and evaluate the plan of service, workflow, and personnel of the department;
  
• Navigate the complexities of integrated library systems, including cataloging, reporting, and acquisitions;
  
• Handle the business and financial affairs of the department;
  
• Provide statistical and usage reports on library collections; and
  
• Operate as a resource and advisor for the management team on emerging issues and trends concerning the acquisition and description of library resources

Qualifications:

• Expertise typically acquired through completion of a Master’s Degree in Library & Information Science or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  
• Three years of relevant library and supervisory experience
  
• Original cataloging experience strongly preferred
  
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive
  
• Advanced experience using ILS and RFID software

This year-round, full-time position serves as the person in charge of the Access Services Department. Annual salary is between $66,497 and $74,809, depending on qualifications. Benefits include vacation leave, personal leave, and sick leave, a generous insurance package, and enrollment in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension system. The typical schedule for the Access Services Manager will be normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some evening and weekend hours per year. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Jen Ryjewski, Assistant Director, at jryjewski@dglibrary.org, by Monday, September 30, 2024. Application materials will be considered as they are received.

Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service to the community? Are you enthusiastic about working with a friendly and collaborative staff? Do you embrace advances in technology? If so, come join our team.

Downers Grove Public Library is seeking a friendly, enthusiastic Circulation Clerk for our customer-centric Circulation team. We are looking for candidates who:

• have a friendly personality and provide great customer service
• are able to communicate well to customers and staff
• prioritize, multitask, and perform accurately in a detailed environment
• are able to physically move heavy materials
• are proactive in problem solving
• enthusiastically adapt to technological changes

 This year-round, part-time position averages 16 hours per week. The salary is $16.02-$18.02 per hour, depending on qualifications. Hours for this position are Tuesdays 5-9:15 p.m., Wednesdays 5-9:15 p.m.; Fridays 5-9:15 p.m.; and includes Saturday and Sunday rotations of four-hour shifts.

Interested candidates should email applications to Kathy Moran, Circulation Services Supervisor, at kmoran@dglibrary.org. Applications will be considered as they are received.