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Gail Borden Public Library District - Elgin, Illinois
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Employment Opportunities

 

Bookmobile Driver

The Gail Borden Public Library District is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Mobile Library Services Department! If you’re passionate about serving the community, connecting people with library resources beyond our walls, and enjoy driving large vehicles, we’d love to meet you.

In this part-time position, you’ll drive the library’s bus-style Bookmobile to scheduled stops, assist customers, oversee daily workflows, and collaborate closely with library staff to deliver exceptional service throughout the community. Reliable transportation is required to reach the library’s Annex on Davis Road, where Bookmobile shifts start.

Additional functions of this role include:

  • Support the daily operations of the Bookmobile by welcoming customers, assisting with library card sign-ups, checking out materials, and providing excellent customer service.
  • Explain policies and procedures to the public as needed.
  • Manage daily vehicle checklists and logs.
  • Work with the Manager and other Bookmobile drivers to adjust the Bookmobile schedule and routes as needed.
  • Serve as Person in Charge (PIC) in the absence of Managers.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Class C Driver’s License, or sufficient experience driving a large vehicle.
  • Knowledge of traffic laws and vehicle inspection procedures.
  • Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
  • Knowledge and experience with basic computer applications.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills a plus.

18 hours per week – variable schedule will include weekday, evening, and weekend hours.

Hourly Rate: $23.00 per hour. Click here for additional benefit information.

Application Deadline - Friday, October 31st, 2025, or Until Filled

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

 


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 - October 17, 2025, 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.

 


The Gail Borden Public Library District is an equal opportunity employer.  The library is committed to a policy of recruitment, employment, evaluation, promotion, discipline, and other terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability marital status, military status and any other legally protected category.  The library complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Persons needing accommodations in the application or interview process should notify Human Resources.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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Main Library

270 N. Grove Ave.
Elgin, IL 60120
847-742-2411 
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Rakow Branch

2751 W. Bowes Rd.
Elgin, IL 60124
847-531-7271
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South Elgin Branch

127 South McLean Blvd.
South Elgin, IL 60177
847-931-2090
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