Inside Higher Ed
Library Assistant 3 (part-time, evening)
Inside Higher Ed, Palos Hills, Illinois, United States, 60465
Library Assistant III (Part‑Time, Evening)
The Library Assistant III works under the direction of the Dean, Learning Resource Center, performing routine tasks in the designated library area serving staff, students, alumni, and community borrowers. The role promotes student success and lifelong learning through program development and activity facilitation.
Responsibilities
Perform routine functions such as charging and discharging materials, collecting and recording fines, issuing community borrower cards, updating patron records using the library management system, and processing overdue notices.
Take action to diffuse disruptions in the library; remind students of library and college policies; monitor library and notify supervisor and security about problems; assist in evacuating library patrons during emergencies.
Prepare the Library/LRC for weekday opening and closing according to established procedures or direction. Library key holder.
Assist patrons in locating library materials and in setting up and using various types of library equipment; troubleshoot equipment and assess for issues; collaborate with campus departments to repair or replace equipment; assist patrons in all settings by answering simple directional questions or directing them to the proper resource.
Edit patron, course, item and/or bibliographic records in the library management system database; physically prepare, assess and repair items for circulation; ensure accuracy of patron database information and collaborate with the Records office.
Follow FERPA privacy guidelines to assure confidentiality of student, employee and community information used by the library and the college; edit information in the college’s data management system, Colleague.
Perform clerical duties such as typing letters, emails, reports, memos, schedules, patron notifications and maintain the study room reservation calendar; reserve, block, prepare and assign study rooms for students; contact students regarding study room issues or reassignments.
Order, count, verify, balance and maintain cash on hand for change and overdue fine drawers; make change for patrons; maintain cash, order cash from the Cashier’s office, deposit with them; call, email, calculate, collect and record fines, resolve or refer fine‑related issues; process overdue or lost item records, notices, and billing statements.
Order and track office supplies, photocopy, file and/or process mail; answer and route incoming calls.
Sort and shelve library materials; instruct student employees and library assistants on shelving methodology; manage collection and delegate related tasks.
Process and maintain items for reserve and e‑reserve collections, including data entry, deletions and revisions; obtain, withdraw and inventory reserve and textbook collections; identify and select materials for textbook reserve collections.
Exchange ideas and provide input to effectively communicate and formulate policies and procedures both internally and related to customer service; develop, evaluate, communicate and maintain instructions for circulation processes; train co‑workers on departmental processes.
Create, develop, evaluate, update and post various reports, forms, instructions and statistics as needed for current and new procedures and technology; prepare lost and missing reports; coordinate searches and update material status.
Monitor overdue or lost items, issue notices, prepare statements and monitor the library email account.
Run holds reports daily; fill patron holds requests; notify patrons regarding hold status; clear expired holds and maintain the holds shelf.
Participate in committees and develop policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including assistance with student employees and training staff.
Education & Experience Associate’s Degree
with a minimum of three (3) years of library experience; or a high school diploma / general education degree (GED) with 5 years of library experience required.
Library Technical Assistant (LTA) Certificate
preferred.
Please ensure you have clearly listed education and experience in your resume/application for consideration.
Qualifications
Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, send correspondence and memos; communicate effectively with other departments, supervisors, faculty, staff, students and patrons regarding problems and suggestions.
Basic typing, internet, Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook experience is necessary. Previous database experience is helpful.
Knowledge of how to use, set up and/or troubleshoot several types of equipment.
Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully with diverse populations.
Must be able to multitask and manage frequent interruptions.
Excellent communication, critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Must be able to work independently, prioritize work, remain focused, and pay attention to detail.
Ability to learn new and changing technology.
Familiarity with shelving materials using both the alphabetical and the Library of Congress cataloging system.
Cash handling experience.
Some supervisory experience.
Knowledge of basic library organization and use of an online library catalog; prior library experience is required.
Basic working knowledge of Ellucian Colleague U.I. is preferred.
Working knowledge of Koha ILS is preferred.
Position Status Part Time
Hours
Monday – Thursday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Salary/Wage $19.25 – $22.02 per hour plus exceptional benefits.
Hourly/Salary Hourly
Benefits Benefit‑Eligible Part‑time Support Staff Position. Moraine Valley offers benefits for this part‑time position including Health and Dental coverage, Tuition Assistance, SURS Retirement Plan, Vacation, Personal, Sick Days, Holidays, Flexible Spending Account, 403B options, Tuition Waivers, and more. For more information, contact hr@morainevalley.edu | 708‑974‑5704.
Application Review of applications begins: 01/02/2026.
Position Type: Support/Hourly Staff.
Posting Number: SS00588P.
Open Date: 12/12/2025.
Open Until Filled: Yes.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please apply online at jobs.morainvalley.edu with required materials. For questions, contact hr@morainvalley.edu or 708‑974‑5704. Please note winter break closure dates at morainevalley.edu.
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Responsibilities
Perform routine functions such as charging and discharging materials, collecting and recording fines, issuing community borrower cards, updating patron records using the library management system, and processing overdue notices.
Take action to diffuse disruptions in the library; remind students of library and college policies; monitor library and notify supervisor and security about problems; assist in evacuating library patrons during emergencies.
Prepare the Library/LRC for weekday opening and closing according to established procedures or direction. Library key holder.
Assist patrons in locating library materials and in setting up and using various types of library equipment; troubleshoot equipment and assess for issues; collaborate with campus departments to repair or replace equipment; assist patrons in all settings by answering simple directional questions or directing them to the proper resource.
Edit patron, course, item and/or bibliographic records in the library management system database; physically prepare, assess and repair items for circulation; ensure accuracy of patron database information and collaborate with the Records office.
Follow FERPA privacy guidelines to assure confidentiality of student, employee and community information used by the library and the college; edit information in the college’s data management system, Colleague.
Perform clerical duties such as typing letters, emails, reports, memos, schedules, patron notifications and maintain the study room reservation calendar; reserve, block, prepare and assign study rooms for students; contact students regarding study room issues or reassignments.
Order, count, verify, balance and maintain cash on hand for change and overdue fine drawers; make change for patrons; maintain cash, order cash from the Cashier’s office, deposit with them; call, email, calculate, collect and record fines, resolve or refer fine‑related issues; process overdue or lost item records, notices, and billing statements.
Order and track office supplies, photocopy, file and/or process mail; answer and route incoming calls.
Sort and shelve library materials; instruct student employees and library assistants on shelving methodology; manage collection and delegate related tasks.
Process and maintain items for reserve and e‑reserve collections, including data entry, deletions and revisions; obtain, withdraw and inventory reserve and textbook collections; identify and select materials for textbook reserve collections.
Exchange ideas and provide input to effectively communicate and formulate policies and procedures both internally and related to customer service; develop, evaluate, communicate and maintain instructions for circulation processes; train co‑workers on departmental processes.
Create, develop, evaluate, update and post various reports, forms, instructions and statistics as needed for current and new procedures and technology; prepare lost and missing reports; coordinate searches and update material status.
Monitor overdue or lost items, issue notices, prepare statements and monitor the library email account.
Run holds reports daily; fill patron holds requests; notify patrons regarding hold status; clear expired holds and maintain the holds shelf.
Participate in committees and develop policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including assistance with student employees and training staff.
Education & Experience Associate’s Degree
with a minimum of three (3) years of library experience; or a high school diploma / general education degree (GED) with 5 years of library experience required.
Library Technical Assistant (LTA) Certificate
preferred.
Please ensure you have clearly listed education and experience in your resume/application for consideration.
Qualifications
Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, send correspondence and memos; communicate effectively with other departments, supervisors, faculty, staff, students and patrons regarding problems and suggestions.
Basic typing, internet, Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook experience is necessary. Previous database experience is helpful.
Knowledge of how to use, set up and/or troubleshoot several types of equipment.
Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully with diverse populations.
Must be able to multitask and manage frequent interruptions.
Excellent communication, critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Must be able to work independently, prioritize work, remain focused, and pay attention to detail.
Ability to learn new and changing technology.
Familiarity with shelving materials using both the alphabetical and the Library of Congress cataloging system.
Cash handling experience.
Some supervisory experience.
Knowledge of basic library organization and use of an online library catalog; prior library experience is required.
Basic working knowledge of Ellucian Colleague U.I. is preferred.
Working knowledge of Koha ILS is preferred.
Position Status Part Time
Hours
Monday – Thursday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Salary/Wage $19.25 – $22.02 per hour plus exceptional benefits.
Hourly/Salary Hourly
Benefits Benefit‑Eligible Part‑time Support Staff Position. Moraine Valley offers benefits for this part‑time position including Health and Dental coverage, Tuition Assistance, SURS Retirement Plan, Vacation, Personal, Sick Days, Holidays, Flexible Spending Account, 403B options, Tuition Waivers, and more. For more information, contact hr@morainevalley.edu | 708‑974‑5704.
Application Review of applications begins: 01/02/2026.
Position Type: Support/Hourly Staff.
Posting Number: SS00588P.
Open Date: 12/12/2025.
Open Until Filled: Yes.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please apply online at jobs.morainvalley.edu with required materials. For questions, contact hr@morainvalley.edu or 708‑974‑5704. Please note winter break closure dates at morainevalley.edu.
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