Library Assistant 2 - Archives

Do you want to work where you can enrich the lives of the people in your community? The Urbana Free Library seeks a service-oriented, self-motivated individual to join the Champaign County Archives Team. The Urbana Free Library has been serving the community for over 150 years – providing access to diverse resources and programs to encourage learning and enhance lives. If you are a friendly, energetic, and dependable person who would enjoy working in a community-centered environment, the Library invites you to apply. Full job description

Position Type:
Hourly

Location:
The Urbana Free Library

Pay Grade:
25-H ($18.29-$20.12 per hour) plus benefits

Job Summary:
The Library Assistant 2 – Archives provides information services and retrieves archival records for patrons; processes archival and other Library materials; participates in outreach and programming; provides excellent customer service; and carries out other duties as assigned. The Library Assistant 2 – Archives reports to the Archives Manager.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has exemplary customer service skills (patrons and staff)
• Demonstrates exceptional verbal and nonverbal communication skills
• Is dependable, honest, and able to work independently without close supervision
• Has exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills
• Has knowledge of local history genealogical resources

Required Qualifications:
Minimum requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year successful, continuous work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training or experience in information services preferred.
• Training or experience in archives and special collections setting preferred.
• Public service and library experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic resources desired.
• Prior experience with the Polaris ILS desired.
• Bilingual skills (especially Spanish, French, or Chinese) desired.

Applications will not be considered unless they are complete.

Applications submitted by 11:59 p.m., Sunday, January 4, 2026, will receive priority consideration, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Selection Process:
Accommodations:
The Urbana Free Library provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you need information, please contact The Urbana Free Library at 217-367-4057.