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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.
HOUSEKEEPING TECHNICIAN – Central Arkansas Library System seeks a full-time 40 hour per week Housekeeping Technician to perform upkeep and cleaning at CALS facilities. Essential duties include cleaning restrooms, floors, glass, furniture, emptying trash cans, vacuuming, dusting, disinfecting, and other duties as assigned. Some experience required, must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and have a positive attitude. Must have and maintain a valid AR driver’s license. Interested applicants must be able to work Monday – Friday 5am-1pm and some weekend hours required. Must be available to work some Saturday from 7:00am-3:00pm. Starting salary $15.00/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. Position opened until filled.
LIBRARY SAFETY OFFICER – The Central Arkansas Library System is seeking a full-time (40 hrs. per week) library safety officer at the Main Library. The work schedule will be: Monday-Friday 9:00am – 6:00pm or Tuesday-Saturday 9:00am – 6:00pm. The candidate should be outgoing, friendly, team-orientated, enjoy working with all ages and have a customer service-oriented approach to public safety while working in a diverse and inclusive environment. Daily duties include interacting with after-school crowds and enforcing the rules of conduct. Experience working with youth a plus. Essential duties include working closely with branch staff to solve challenges throughout the day and help diffuse various situations in a positive, courteous, and professional manner. Additional responsibilities include assisting patrons with information and assisting staff with public safety concerns. Must be able to stand, walk for extended periods of time, work indoors and outdoors. Some computer experience is required and must have reliable transportation. Spanish language skills a plus but not required. Pay starts at $16.11 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. Position opened 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
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Temporary / Seasonal Positions
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