Temporary Summer KidSpace Page

 Ready to make Summer magical? We’re looking for an awesome Kidspace Page to join the fun at our Main Library location this summer! If you love working with kids, enjoy creative activities, and want to be part of a vibrant, energetic team—then this is the opportunity for you!

As a Kidspace Page, you'll:

• Assist customers and cheer on young readers in the Summer Reading program.
• Keep our toys and materials in tip-top shape.
• Prep cool crafts and hands-on activities.
• Help make sure the KidSpace area stays clean, welcoming, and full of fun!
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Comfortable interacting with customers, especially children, and able to deliver outstanding service.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions.
• Basic knowledge of computers, printing, email.
• Ability to perform basic math tasks and handle small payments.

Temporary Position: 18 hours per week

Schedule: Wednesday 12:30pm-6:30pm, Thursday 12:30pm-6:30pm, Friday 8:30am-2:30pm

Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour – Click here for benefit information.

Application Deadline → Open Until Filled

Come be part of something special—review the job description and apply now. Spend your summer inspiring young minds and spreading library joy! Click here to download the Employment Application and save it as a pdf file. Please fill out the Application and submit it with a cover letter and resume to → jobs@gailborden.info.

 

 

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Branch Customer Relations Assistant

Are you passionate about libraries and providing excellent customer service? Gail Borden Public Library is seeking a dedicated Branch Assistant to join our versatile, cross-trained team! The successful individual in this position will be a reliable, motivated, and energetic team player. This role is crucial in maintaining the smooth operation of our library and ensuring a positive experience for all patrons.

In this role you will:

• Search for books, audiobooks, DVDs, and other materials using the library’s online catalog.
• Provide basic readers’ advisory and reference assistance to customers.
• Assist customers with registering new library cards, placing holds, and checking out materials.
• Handle materials by performing check-in and shelving.
• Assist customers with computer applications, printing, self-check, DVD dispenser, laptop dispenser, eReaders, and other mobile devices.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with basic computer applications and mobile devices.
• Bilingual English/Spanish language skills a plus.
• Must have reliable transportation to be able to work at the South Elgin Branch and Rakow Branch.

18 hours per week – split between both Branch locations. Schedule includes weekday, evening, and weekend hours.

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour. Click here for additional benefit information.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 1, 2026, or Until Filled

Please review the full job description and consider joining our team! Click here to download the Employment Application and save it as a pdf file. Submit the Employment Application, a cover letter, and a resume to jobs@gailborden.info.

 

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Branch Customer Relations Associate

Are you passionate about libraries and providing excellent customer service? Gail Borden Public Library is seeking a dedicated Branch Customer Relations Associates to join our versatile, cross-trained team! The successful individual in this position will be a reliable, motivated, and energetic team player. This role is crucial in maintaining the smooth operation of our library and ensuring a positive experience for all patrons. You will serve as Person in Charge and handle problem situations in the manager’s absence.

In this role you will:

• Provide readers’ advisory and reference assistance to children, teens, and adults.
• Perform circulation services, including check-in/check-out of materials and placing holds on materials.
• Perform library card registration and program registration.
• Assist customers with computer applications, printing, self-check, DVD dispenser, laptop dispenser, eReaders, and other mobile devices.
• Assist with supervising, training, and coordinating the activities of support staff.
• Serve as Person in Charge (PIC) in the absence of Managers.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Previous library and customer service experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with basic computer applications and mobile devices.
• Bilingual English/Spanish language skills a plus.
• Must have reliable transportation to be able to work at the South Elgin Branch and Rakow Branch.

18 hours per week – split between both Branch locations. Schedule includes weekday, evening, and weekend hours.

Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour. Click here for benefit information.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Friday, April 24, 2025, or Until Filled

Application Instructions - Please review the job description and consider joining our team! Click here to download the Employment Application and save it as a pdf file. Please submit the Employment Application, a cover letter, and a resume to jobs@gailborden.info.

 

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Customer Relations Assistant

Are you a positive and friendly individual who enjoys engaging with all types of people? Our Customer Relations Department may be the place for you! Our Main Library has a part-time opening for someone who has excellent communication & customer service skills.

Primary job duties include:

• Performs circulation services for library materials, which include check-in, check-out, and renewing items, placing holds, registering new library cards, or updating and registering customers for library programs, services, or classes.
• Providing information to customers, answering questions, and being proactive by offering assistance in a friendly and professional manner.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A real “people Person,” enthusiastic, caring, friendly, and empathetic.
• A team player who thinks quickly on their feet as decisions need to be made.
• A self-starter with the initiative and courage to propose new ideas.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

25 hours per week – combination of days, nights, and weekend hours.         

Hourly Rate: $18.00 per hour + prorated time-off benefits. Click here for benefit information.

Application Deadline → Open Until Filled.

Application Instructions → Please review the job description and consider joining our team! Click here to download the Employment Application and save it as a pdf file. Please fill out the Application and submit it with a cover letter and resume to → jobs@gailborden.info.

 

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Security Guard

Gail Borden Public Library has an immediate opening for a part-time Security Guard.  The individual in this position will patrol the interior and exterior of the Main Library, as well as the branch locations. The person in this position must exercise sound judgment in interpreting library safety and security policies with the ability to take decisive action when needed. This position requires the ability to make continuous rounds of all public and staff areas, including parking areas. 

The mix of duties for this position includes, but is not limited to:

• Assists staff in maintaining appropriate customer behavior.
• Enforces correction of minor policy infractions
• Writes Incident Reports for unusual or disruptive incidents.
• Assists in monitoring theft detection.
• Performs a total security check of Library facilities after closing.
• Assists with maintenance functions as needed.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Illinois driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Requires physical stamina and mobility to perform ongoing patrols of interior and exterior library spaces.
• Knowledge and experience in security procedures, emergency safety practices, and de-escalation techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills
• Prior police, fire, or military experience strongly preferred.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

18 hours per week; the schedule includes afternoon, evening, and weekend hours. Must be available to respond on an on-call basis to escalated security incidents, as needed.

Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour. Click here for benefit information.

Application Deadline → Open Until Filled.

Please review the full job description and consider joining our Team! Click here to download the Employment Application and save it as a pdf file. Submit the Employment Application, cover letter, and resume to → jobs@gailborden.info.

 

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