Job Opportunities

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CALS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants not possessing the minimum qualifications will not be considered or acknowledged.

Full-Time Positions

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMER – Full-time (40 hour/week). Thompson Library (38 Rahling Cir, Little Rock, AR 72223) is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Children’s Programmer to lead and coordinate children’s activities both in the library and out in the community. Responsibilities include planning, promoting, and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities for children and families. The ideal candidate should be outgoing, creative and love working with kids of all ages. Activities include story time, crafting, afterschool events, and other creative endeavors. This job also involves introducing and suggesting books and authors that promote literacy to families, as well as assisting with day-to-day tasks performed by library staff, including the willingness to enforce rules of conduct. Must be comfortable working with the public, children and teens, and providing friendly and professional assistance to a diverse community. The schedule includes working every other Saturday. Salary starts at $16.47 per hour and includes excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, company paid retirement, life insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, and holiday pay. To apply, please complete the online application. This position is open until filled.

SKILLED RENOVATION TECHNICIAN – Central Arkansas Library System is seeking a full time (40 hours/week) skilled renovation technician with painting/carpentry/drywall skills, capable of performing small remodel jobs, to maintain/repair 19 public library facilities. High school diploma or equivalent, valid AR driver’s license with clean driving record, 5 years construction experience, and knowledge of a specialized field or combination of equivalent education and experience. Must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner, be able to stand for long periods of time, lift up to 70 lbs., push, pull, and squat. Basic computer skills, detail oriented, and the ability to work in a team-oriented, task sharing environment is essential. Other duties as assigned. Pay starts at $19.00 and includes excellent benefits, such as medical, dental, vision, company paid pension, life insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay. To apply, please complete the online application.  Position open until filled but looking to start someone as soon as possible.

Part-Time Positions

AFTER-SCHOOL LIBRARY CLERK – Part-time (15 hours/week) public service position at the Maumelle Library (10 Lake Pointe Dr, Maumelle, AR 72113). Essential duties include supporting library staff by enforcing rules of conduct and expectations with afterschool crowds, assisting with Be Mighty meal service, and assisting library visitors with general inquiries. Must be able to stand for long periods, push and pull at least 50 lbs., lift, and squat. Scheduled hours for this position are from 3:00pm – 6:00pm, Monday – Friday. Salary range starts at $15.00 per hour and benefits include holiday pay, and eligibility to participate in the CALS 457 retirement plan. To apply, please complete the online application. Position open until filled.

 

Temporary / Seasonal Positions

No positions available.