Branch Assistant - Main Branch - 28 hours per week
Fort Wayne, IN
Main Library – Circulation /
Part-time /
On-site
"Enriching the community through lifelong learning and discovery"
Do you want to accomplish important things in and for our community? Do you believe that libraries can change lives? If so, join our team of dedicated, passionate individuals. Excellent customer service is the number one priority for all ACPL positions. At ACPL, we believe that every staff member plays a key role in delivering top quality service to the residents of Allen County. We are seeking individuals who are interested in helping ACPL further our mission of enriching the community through lifelong learning and discovery.
We’re looking for a friendly and service-minded individual to join us at our vibrant Main Library in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne. As a Branch Assistant in our Circulation Department, you’ll be at the center of it all—greeting patrons, helping them sign up for library cards, answering questions, and checking out materials. Every day brings a chance to connect with people and be part of a team that’s passionate about creating a welcoming, inclusive space where literacy and lifelong learning thrive. If you love helping others and enjoy being part of a mission-driven organization, we’d love to meet you!
Please upload a resume with the application.
The schedule will be 28 hours per week and will include a mix of day, evening, and weekend shifts.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent; AND one (1) year of customer service OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting pay is $13.77 per hour and up based on related and comparable work experience
- IHCRA (individual health coverage options)
- Access to a Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Three (3) weeks of vacation accrual
- One (1) week pro-rated paid sick leave
- Pro-rated holiday pay
- Voluntary Term Life, Critical Illness. Accident, and Pet insurance options
- 457b deferred compensation option
- Free parking
Physical Demands
- Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds and push carts that may weigh up to 100 pounds; agility to bend, reach and climb; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
Diversity and Inclusion
ACPL is committed to nurturing a working environment that is inclusive and reflective of the diversity of Allen County. As such, we encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to apply, in addition to members from other marginalized groups.
Everyone belongs at the Allen County Public Library. We are on a mission to recognize, cultivate, and celebrate diversity. We offer collections, services, programs, assistance, and spaces that enrich and reflect our community. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive workforce and establishing ourselves as a communal space of respect, safety, and service. All are welcome to pursue lifelong learning and discovery at ACPL regardless of identity, origin, ability, religion, race, culture, socioeconomic status, age, or other differences.
The Allen County Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.
