Outreach Assistant

Are you passionate about promoting literacy, fostering community engagement, and connecting people to valuable educational resources? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our Library is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Outreach Assistant to join our team and make a positive impact on the community.

As an Outreach Assistant, you will play a crucial role in expanding the Library's reach beyond its physical location. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and execute outreach initiatives and events to connect with individuals and groups in the community who may not be regular Library visitors. You will work closely with the Library staff to identify target audiences and develop strategies to engage them effectively.

• Plans and executes home delivery services
• Schedules and sets up art displays and patron exhibits
• Represents the Library at community events and meetings
• Assist Community Engagement Manager with coordination of offsite community expos & events

• Show initiative and work independently and also as part of a team
• Ability to provide Library service and attend meetings outside the Library
• Basic knowledge of popular culture and fine arts
• Ability to perform full range of body motion including standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds

• Two years college plus two years customer service work experience
• A valid and unexpired driver’s license and ability to meet the Library policy for staff driving on Library business
• Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends
• Paid Time Off

Schedule is 18 hours per week. Salary is $24.50 per hour. Applicants for all positions are subject to a background check.

Applications are available at the Welcome Kiosk in the Library and on the website at orlandparklibrary.org under About/Work Here. Completed applications, along with cover letter, resume, and two professional references, must be sent (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and received by Monday, March 23rd, 2026 at 5 p.m.

Please indicate Outreach Assistant on application and subject line of email submissions.

Orland Park Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.