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Public Services Associate

Public Service Associate (2 Positions Available)
Part time (18 hours per week, non-exempt)
$18.87 per hour

Under the supervision of the Public Services Manager, this non-exempt position
is responsible for providing customer service at the Public Services desk–
including fielding reference questions and assisting patrons with locating
materials within the library and beyond–as well as assisting patrons with their
technology questions and/or issues.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION
1. Excellent typing and basic computing skills including proficiency with
Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel and the ability to learn new software
and databases.
2. Excellent organizational and customer service skills.
3. Ability to work with detail, precision, and accuracy.
4. Ability to judge and evaluate information.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING
1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a public library setting
3. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Routinely works the Public Services Desk providing reference and reader’s
advisory services.
2. Assists in providing technology and equipment assistance to patrons.
3. Assists in interlibrary loans and OCLC.
4. Assists with proctoring.
5. Assists with collection management.
6. Participates in relevant training, continuing education, and/or professional
development.
7. Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Work Environment and Physical Demands described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform essential functions.
1. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required
to use hands to handle, or feel.
3. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands
and arms, and talk or hear.
4. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl.
5. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
6. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color
vision, and ability to adjust focus.

To Apply:
Send a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:
Lisa Butler
Public Services Manager
lbutler@mapld.org
EOE

Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant
Full time, non-exempt

37.5 hours per week (typically Monday – Friday, 9-4:30; some evening and
weekend hours required as needed)
$20.57 per hour

After 20+ years, our Administrative Assistant is retiring and we are looking for the
right person to continue with the great work she has done for us. Under the
supervision of the Library Director, this position performs library office duties as
well as provides clerical support to the Library Director and to the Board of
Trustees. This position requires the ability to work closely with both library staff
and with members of the public. These duties include but are not limited to:

Correspondence, photocopies, and filing. This non-exempt position serves as
the recording secretary to the Board of Trustees and and also serves on the
library management team.

Requirements for this position:
1. Excellent typing and basic computing skills including proficiency with
Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel and the ability to learn new software
and databases.
2. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
3. Ability to follow complex, multi-step procedures to complete tasks.
4. Periodically accesses sensitive information required to perform job tasks,
requiring the ability to maintain confidentiality.
5. Ability to adapt to evolving technologies
6. Ability to be accurate when working with extremely detailed tasks.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING
1. Two years of college or specialized education in appropriate skills.
2. Must be able to qualify as a Notary Public and Voter Registrant, and
Passport Agent
3. Must possess a valid driver’s license and access to transportation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the Library Director
including managing an extremely active calendar of appointments;
completing monthly activity reports; keeping files and contacts updated;
and compiling documents for meetings.
2. Assists Library Director with the new hire application and onboarding
process including scheduling interviews, assembling new hire packets, and
making follow-up calls.
3. Oversees supply inventory and ordering
4. Provides front office services such as Notary, Passports, Voter
Registration, and meeting room rentals
5. Files records and annually submits requests to the State’s Records
Retention office.
6. Provides administrative support to the Board of Trustees including
preparing information for monthly board packets, writing board meeting
minutes, and handling board communication
7. Maintains master lists of supplies and inventories on a regular basis for
reorders.
8. Participates in relevant training, continuing education, and/or professional
development
9. Other duties as deemed necessary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Work Environment and Physical Demands described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this
job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform essential functions.
1. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required
to use hands to handle, or feel.
3. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands
and arms, and talk or hear.
4. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl.
5. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
6. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color
vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Apply to: Nikeda Webb, Director
Nwebb2@mapld.org
Matteson Area Public Library District
801 School Avenue

Matteson, IL 60430

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Marketing Coordinator

Marketing Coordinator
Full time, non-exempt

37.5 hours per week (some evenings and weekends may be required)
$22.00 per hour

The Matteson Area Public Library District is looking for a Marketing Coordinator
to help us better connect with our community and get the word out to our patrons
about all the exciting offerings we have here at the Library. Under the supervision
of the Library Director, the Marketing Coordinator creates and implements
strategic marketing and communication efforts across all available channels.
This non-exempt position serves as a point of contact for the graphic designer
and marketing associate and coordinates their work.

Requirements for this Position
1. Ability to supervise the work of others.
2. Excellent typing and basic computing skills including proficiency with
Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel and the ability to learn new software
and databases.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
4. Ability to follow complex, multi-step procedures to complete tasks.
5. Ability to assist or lead in developing, implementing, supervising, and
evaluating marketing and community endeavors.
6. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, public relations, telephone, and
computer software skills.
7. Ability to set and meet deadlines
8. Ability to adapt to evolving technologies
9. Ability to be accurate when working with extremely detailed tasks.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING
1. Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, or communications, or
minimum of three years of related experience.
2. Experience in content strategy and social media.
3. Understanding of branding and design principles.
4. Familiarity with outreach events and program planning.
5. Must possess a valid driver’s license and access to transportation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Serves as a point of contact for the Graphic Designer and Marketing
Associate’s positions.
2. Assists the Library Director in the development of a marketing plan
3. Oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of public relations
and marketing activities
4. Collaborates with departments on the promotion and implementation of
publicity for library programs and services
5. Oversees content and maintenance of the library’s website and other
online channels.
6. Develops and produces messages that communicate the value of library
products and services to stakeholders; evaluates message effectiveness
7. Works closely with Graphic Designer to produce print and digital collateral,
ensuring library publications follow brand and style guidelines.
8. Creates and maintains strong working relationships with local media and
community entities; supports the Library Director and Board of Trustees
with media relations.
9. Proofs and produces brochures, posters, signage, displays, and other
graphic media as needed
10. Participates in professional organizations to promote library
awareness, keep current with trends and technologies related to the field
11. Participates in relevant training continuing education, and/or
professional development.
12. Performs related work as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Work Environment and Physical Demands described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform essential functions.
1. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required
to use hands to handle, or feel.
3. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands
and arms, and talk or hear.
4. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl.
5. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
6. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color
vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Apply to: Nikeda Webb, Director
Nwebb2@mapld.org
Matteson Area Public Library District
801 School Avenue
Matteson, IL 60430

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