Librarian Assistant - Mobile Library

All applicants are required to submit an employment application to be considered for an interview. Download application here: https://www.rockfordpubliclibrary.org/about-rpl/careers/.

Rockford Public Library currently has a full-time Librarian Assistant position open. The successful candidate will be assigned to work on the the library's mobile units.

The Mobile Librarian Assistant supports public service and outreach through Rockford Public Library’s mobile units by delivering materials, digital literacy support, and engagement opportunities directly to neighborhoods, schools, senior centers, and community events. This position requires strong interpersonal communication, basic technology skills, and a commitment to equitable service. Responsibilities include assisting customers with circulation services, reader’s advisory, and digital resource use; supporting customers with access to databases, digital materials, and streaming tools; providing literacy activities for diverse age groups; preparing and organizing materials; maintaining the mobile library environment; and representing RPL at local events. The role involves driving and operating the mobile units with other staff and requires a valid Illinois driver’s license and clean driving record.

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. The successful candidate must have the ability to assess users’ needs and provide consistently exceptional customer service; basic to intermediate technological literacy, including working knowledge of databases available at the library and the ability to assist customers with personal digital devices; and ability to clearly communicate in English, both verbally and in writing are required. Bilingual skills, especially Spanish, are highly desirable.

All applicants are required to complete an employment application to be considered for an interview: https://www.rockfordpubliclibrary.org/about-rpl/careers/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.04 - $22.04 per hour

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience providing instruction on how to use computers and other digital devices?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person