Full-Time Positions

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 ASSISTANT – Full-time (40 hours/week) public service position in the Information Services Department at the Main Library of the Central Arkansas Library System. Essential duties include providing patron assistance via our system-wide telephone, chat, and email services, providing reference and technology assistance to patrons, and completing regular training about system-wide services. Staffing the public computer lab will occasionally be required. Additional duties include data entry, document editing, and other duties as assigned. Candidate must be knowledgeable of digital devices, information resources, and must be able to provide instructional assistance in person and remotely. Attention to detail and excellent communication and customer service skills are essential. Must be able to work some evenings and Saturdays. Salary range starts at $15.37 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. Position opened until filled.

EVENTS COORDINATOR – The Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) is seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused individual to serve as the primary point of contact for meeting and event space reservations across all CALS campuses. This role manages venue bookings through Communico Reserve, provides guidance on policies and procedures, and coordinates with branch managers, internal departments, and external vendors to ensure smooth event operations. The coordinator also supports CALS-sponsored programming at the Main Library, handling logistics such as setup, volunteer coordination, and safety planning. This position may serve on the Administrative Council and plays a key role in maintaining excellent service and communication between the library and the public. Spanish language skills a plus but not required. Starting salary $19.00/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 ASSISTANT – full-time (40 hour/week) public service position at the Main Library in Patron Services. Essential duties and responsibilities include assisting patrons on the circulation desk, at self-service kiosks, and throughout the library space as needed, and all day-to-day tasks performed by library staff. This position requires experience with technology, the willingness to enforce the rules of conduct, excellent communication, customer service, and attention to detail. Other duties include shelving library materials as well as checking materials in and out, answering patron questions, registering patrons for library cards, information searching, and basic computer troubleshooting. Must be able to work some Saturdays and be willing to become a notary. Salary range starts at $15.37 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. Position opened until filled.

ADULT PROGRAMMER — The Central Arkansas Library System is in search of an outgoing, public service oriented professional to lead and coordinate activities for a diverse adult audience at the Main Library in Patron Services. This Adult Programmer position is a 40-hour per week full-time public service position with responsibilities including planning and actively carrying out a variety of activities for adults both inside the library and out in the community, designing printed and digital materials and promotions, using different social media platforms, collaborating with other library staff, and developing partnerships with other community organizations. This position also has public service duties, which include working the front desk, answering patron questions, information searching, technology assistance, and workroom tasks. A willingness to enforce the rules of conduct and excellent communication, technology and customer service skills are required. Schedule includes regular Saturday shifts and occasional afterhours work. 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. 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.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMER – Full-time (40 hour/week) Youth Services 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. Position opened until filled.

TEEN PROGRAMMER – Full-time (40 hour/week) Youth Services is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Teen Programmer to lead and coordinate activities for teens, both in the library and out in the community. Responsibilities include planning, promoting, and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities for teens. The ideal candidate should be outgoing, creative and love working with kids of all ages. This job also involves introducing and suggesting books and authors that promote a love of reading, 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. Position opened until filled.

LIBRARY ASSISTANT – full-time (40 hour/week) public service position at the Main Library in Youth Services. Essential duties and responsibilities include assisting patrons on the circulation desk, at self-service kiosks, and throughout the library space as needed, and all day-to-day tasks performed by library staff. This position requires experience with technology, the willingness to enforce rules of conduct, excellent communication, customer service, and attention to detail. This job also involves working with children, families, and teens. Must be able to work every other Saturday. Salary range starts at $15.37 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. 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

LIBRARY ASSISTANT FLOATER – Part-time public service position, 20 hours per week. Essential duties and responsibilities include assisting patrons on the circulation desk, at self-service kiosks, and throughout the library space as needed, as well as all day-to-day tasks performed by library staff. This position requires the willingness to assist with crowd control during after-school hours, to enforce rules of conduct, and to assist in any other way needed to help library staff maintain order during crowded and busy times. Other duties include shelving library materials, checking materials in and out, answering patron questions, registering patrons for library cards, information searching, and basic computer troubleshooting. Applicants must be available to work some evenings and most Fridays and Saturdays, as well as having reliable transportation. This employee will be assigned to work at different locations on a weekly basis as a substitute wherever assigned throughout the service area. Each week’s location assignments will be different. Salary range starts at $15.37 per hour. Generous benefits package. To apply, please submit the online application. Position open until filled.

LIBRARY ASSISTANT – part-time (30 hour/week) public service position at the Main Library in Patron Services. Essential duties and responsibilities include assisting patrons on the circulation desk, at self-service kiosks, and throughout the library space as needed, and all day-to-day tasks performed by library staff. This position requires experience with technology, willingness to enforce the rules of conduct, excellent communication, customer service, and attention to detail. Other duties include shelving library materials as well as checking materials in and out, answering patron questions, registering patrons for library cards, information searching, and basic computer troubleshooting. Must be able to work evenings and some Saturdays. Salary range starts at $15.37 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. Position opened until filled.

LIBRARY CLERK – Part-time 20 hours/week public service position at the Main Library in Patron Services. Seeking energetic, customer service-oriented applicant with exceptional sorting ability, great attention to detail, and communication skills. Essential duties include shelving items, shelf reading, emptying book bins, working the circulation desk, and resolving patron issues. Must be able to stand for long periods, push and pull at least 50 lbs., lift, and squat. Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays. Work schedules may be adjusted based on activity levels. The pay is $15.00 per hour. Benefits include paid time off, holiday pay, and eligibility to participate in CALS 457 retirement plan. To apply, please complete the online application. Position opened until filled.

LIBRARY CLERK – 20 hours/week Part–time public service position at the Main Library in Youth Services. Seeking energetic, customer service-oriented applicant with exceptional sorting ability, great attention to detail, and communication skills. Essential duties include shelving items, shelf reading, emptying book bins, working the circulation desk, and answering patron questions. Must be able to stand for long periods, push and pull at least 50 lbs., lift, and squat. Applicants must be available to work a schedule that includes Saturdays. The pay is $15.00 per hour. Benefits include paid time off, holiday pay, and eligibility to participate in CALS 457 retirement plan. To apply, please complete the online application. Position opened until filled.

 

Temporary / Seasonal Positions

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