Morton College is hiring: Library Service Aide in Cicero

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The candidate must possess a GED, high school diploma, or equivalent, with strong interpersonal skills and proficient clerical and computer abilities. Some office and library-related experience is required. The ideal candidate should be well-organized, dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, and demonstrate good judgment. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. Flexibility in work hours, including evening shifts, is required. Duties and responsibilities may evolve to meet the changing needs of the college.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience. English-Spanish bilingual, and experience in library and academic setting.

Job Summary

The Library Service Aide will support the daily operations of the library by performing circulation tasks, addressing student inquiries, helping with computer applications, and offering support to staff as needed. Responsibilities include answering phone calls, assisting students, faculty, and staff, and helping with projects, marketing materials, and displays, along with other related tasks.

Specific Job Duties

• Provide assistance to students with inquiries related to Microsoft Office Suite and other educational technologies they are using.
• Record daily statistics and maintain accurate logs using entry forms at the Circulation desk.
• Respond to and provide service to students via phone or chat as required.
• Support department staff with various projects and help set up library displays.
• Perform circulation duties as needed, ensuring the efficient operation of library services.
• Create marketing materials and promotional content when requested by the department.
• Assist with data entry tasks as necessary to support library operations.

Salary Range

Salary Range Per CBA

Posting Information

Posting Number: P00525PU

Desired Start Date: 02/03/2025

Open Date: 01/28/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Morton College is a public college located in Cicero, IL (minutes from downtown Chicago). Morton College is the second oldest college in the State of IL. As a comprehensive community college recognized by the IL Community College Board, Morton College’s mission is to enhance the quality of life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and life-long learning. Morton College is an HSI – Hispanic Serving Institution.

We strive to have a culture where our community comes first! Morton College is dedicated to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best diverse talent to join our team. Minorities, women, individuals with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply for employment opportunities.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
  • Morton "careers" website
  • Internal posting
  • Monster
  • Careerbuilder
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • Higher Ed jobs
  • HACU
  • newspaper/trade journal
  • LinkedIn

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letters of Recommendation

Morton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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