Now Hiring
DATE: 6/18/2025
POSITION TITLE: Patron Services Aide
FLSA STATUS: Part-time hourly, non-exempt
HOURS: Wednesdays 10am-5pm, Thursdays 4-8pm, Fridays 10am-5pm, alternate Saturdays 10am-5pm. Ability to substitute a plus.
Are you looking for meaningful work on a friendly team, helping provide essential library services to the community? The Upper Moreland Free Public Library (UMFPL) is hiring a Patron Services Aide—and we’re looking for someone who loves libraries and enjoys working with people.
As a Patron Services Aide, you’ll be the welcoming face at our front desk. You’ll help library patrons by checking materials in and out, answering basic account and informational questions, managing patron requests, repairing materials, and completing other clerical tasks. Excellent customer service and a warm, helpful attitude are a must.
Our small-but-mighty library is located in the heart of the Willow Grove business district—close to the mall, restaurants, and public transit. UMFPL offers a wide range of programs and services, for visitors of all ages and walks of life, in a welcoming and respectful environment. Our leadership team is dedicated to fostering a positive and supportive work environment for staff members.
To learn more, view the full job description here.
UMFPL is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong customer service skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft and Google tools, and ability to learn library specific software
- New employees are required to pass a current Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Background check prior to beginning employment.
COMPENSATION:
- $16.00 per hour starting wage
- 3 PTO per year
HOW TO APPLY:
- Email a letter of interest and completed employment application (to: kfitzpatrick(at)mclinc.org)
- Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. Applications accepted through July 10, 2025.
- UMFPL is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds. ADA/EOE
The library accepts applications (for non-professional positions) along with resumes/cover letters (for professional positions) at any time for individuals who wish to be considered for future openings. Applications and resumes will be kept on file for a minimum of six (6) months to be considered for employment in the event that any positions open.
Other Montgomery County library employment opportunities can be found on the MCLINC website
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