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Graphics Assistant (Full-Time)

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District · Schaumburg, IL, USA ·

Pay:
$17.65-$21.18/hr
Job type:
Full Time

Join an award-winning Library! Schaumburg Township District Library is looking for a Graphics Assistant to join our team. This opportunity offers excellent benefits working 37.5 hours a week, with days, nights, and weekends.
The hiring range for this position is $17.65-$21.18 per hour, based on skills and qualifications. Our schedules are based on the needs of the library and could change if and when needed.
Benefits include Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending Account for Health and/or Dependent Accounts, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Education Assistance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation Days, Paid Personal Days, Paid Sick Days, Paid Parental Leave, 401(a) Retirement Plan, 457 Retirement Plan,Pet Insurance and Legal Plan.
Position Summary

The Graphics Assistant supports the Graphics Department Supervisor and the marketing department as a whole, assisting with creative services for all Library locations.
The hours for this position are: Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., with flexibility to work nights and weekends for programs and events as necessary.
Requirements for All Employees

Ability to be a team player and work pleasantly and effectively with all patrons, staff, supervisors, and others
Ability to learn various job functions, perform them correctly, and understand the necessity of overall library operations
Ability to independently function efficiently in a changing and varied environment with frequent interruptions
Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on details
Ability to follow all library policies and procedures
Demonstrates commitment to incorporating principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into everyday work
Skills & Competences for the Position

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute rate, percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Graphic and Print Support

Fulfill printing, copying, folding, cutting, binding, and distribution requests for Library materials to multiple locations
Assist with the creation of printed and digital promotional materials using Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
Assist with copy editing and proofreading of print and digital promotional materials
Create, schedule, and monitor promotional digital slides (experience with Communico is helpful)
Assist with photography for promotions and social media
Assist with the creation and installation of displays, decorations, and other promotional materials
Monitor and distribute bulk mailings as needed
Maintain a working knowledge of graphics equipment and production processes
Department Support

Assist with purchasing branded promotional items and maintaining inventory
Maintain inventory of graphics supplies
Coordinate and schedule monthly public art exhibits and displays
Maintain an organized department storage area
Assist with departmental administrative duties as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
The deadline to apply for the job posting is: July 27, 2026.
Schaumburg Township District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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