Author: Amy Ihnen

Bethalto Public Library District
EMPLOYMENT PREVIEW

We are pleased that you are interested in employment with the
Bethalto Public Library District.
Please allow us to preview what you can expect while working for the Library.
Public libraries are the center of knowledge where people of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs come
together in discovery and awareness.
Helping to make connections and community impact while working in a library can be one of the most
interesting and satisfying jobs in the world! Many employees have told us that they did not fully understand what library employees did behind the scenes and were surprised to find that library work is hard work and it can be fast paced and even strenuous at times.
We require a welcoming attitude
We expect all patrons to be treated with dignity, respect, and a friendly attitude, at all times, and under all circumstances. We also expect employees to be alert and interested in helping patrons, providing
information, and helping with selections upon request.
What can I expect when serving the Public at the Bethalto Public
Library District?
Library work is not reading books. It involves making sure that materials are available and easy for the
patrons to find by straightening, restocking and moving materials. Regular computer and printer use and troubleshooting may be a large part of the work. It also involves dusting and cleaning to keep the library neat and welcoming to patrons. Of course, this job may require that you are on your feet, lifting, reaching and bending.
Description of positions
Shelver (ages 16-college): Requires a welcoming attitude. Involves sorting and shelving library materials, keeping the library organized and clean, and other projects as assigned. Shelving requires attention to detail and is repetitive.
Clerk (adult): Requires a welcoming attitude. Works directly with patrons and in a variety of duties
involving library cards and accounts, borrowing and returning library materials, assisting patrons with
computer problems/questions on the software and databases available through the library, shelving,
cleaning, and other projects as assigned.
Specialists: Areas such as: Cataloging Specialist, Children’s Programming Specialist, Assistant Director and Director.
Application Instructions
Please submit completed application forms in one of the following ways:
Hand it in at the circulation desk
Email it to: info@bethaltolibrary.org
Fax it to: 377-3520
Mail it to: 321 S. Prairie St.
Bethalto, IL 62010
If a job at the Library interests you, we welcome you to complete the Application For Employment.
Thank You!

Bethalto Public Library District
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Please print in black or blue ink Date: ___________________
______________________________________ ___________________ ________________
Last (print above) First Middle
_________________________________________________ (____)____________________
Address (street, apt. #) Phone: Home
_________________________________________________ (____)____________________
City, State, Zip Code Phone: Cell
_________________________________________________ __________________________
Email Address Drivers License #(include state)

Can you provide proof of eligibility to work
in the U.S. after an offer of employment?
o Yes o No

List any other names under which you have been employed:
_______________________________

Are you at least 18 years of age?
o Yes o No

How did you learn about employment at our library? o Referral (Name: ______________________________)
o Walk-in o Social Media o Newspaper ad o Other: _____________
Have you ever applied to or worked in this library before? o Yes o No If “yes,” when: ______________
Why would you like to work here? _________________________________________________________
Have you ever been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation? o Yes o No
Note: A conviction record will not be a bar to employment; factors such as age, time of offense, nature of violation and rehabilitation will be taken into account. If “YES,” please explain on a separate sheet of paper.

POSITION DESIRED

Are you interested in: (Mark all that apply)
o Full-time (40 hours/week)
o Part-time (20-32 hours/week)
o Part-time (under 20 hours/week)

Please select the position(s) you are interested in from those listed below. You will be considered only for those for which you are qualified.
o Shelver
o Clerk
o Specialist (check below):
o Cataloging Specialist
o Children’s Programming Specialist
o Assistant Director
o Director
o Other: ____________________________________

Minimum salary requirement: _______________
Date available to start: _____________________

	Mornings	Afternoons	Evenings
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Wednesday	o	o	o
Thursday	o	o	o
Friday	o	o	o
Saturday	o	o	o
Sunday		o	o

Hours available:
o Flexible (available any day, any time)
Or indicate days and hours available to work below:

Bethalto Public Library District
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

An Equal Opportunity Employer

EMPLOYMENT RECORD

___________________________________ _________________________________ (____)_____________
Name of Employer Address Phone

Employed (mo/yr)
From: _______ To: ________

Starting Salary:
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Ending Salary:
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Supervisor:_______________________
Job Title: _________________________

Duties:
___________________________________________________________
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Reason for leaving: _________________________________
_________________________________
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2. ___________________________________ _________________________________ (____)_____________
Name of Employer Address Phone

Employed (mo/yr)
From: _______ To: ________

Starting Salary:
_______________

Ending Salary:
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Supervisor:_______________________
Job Title: _________________________

Duties:
___________________________________________________________
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Reason for leaving: _________________________________
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3. ___________________________________ _________________________________ (____)_____________
Name of Employer Address Phone

Employed (mo/yr)
From: _______ To: ________

Starting Salary:
_______________

Ending Salary:
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Supervisor:_______________________
Job Title: _________________________

Duties:
___________________________________________________________
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Reason for leaving: _________________________________
_________________________________
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May we contact your previous employers as a reference? o Yes o No If no, why? _____________________

ACTIVITES

List any activities and other information you feel would be of use in evaluation of your
qualifications for the position that you seek (clubs,
organizations). Do not list information revealing race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age or
ancestry.

Bethalto Public Library District
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

An Equal Opportunity Employer

EDUCATION

Check highest grade completed:

o / 6	o / 7	o / 8	o / 9	o / 10	o / 11	o / 12	o / 1	o / 2	o / 3	o / 4	o / 5	o / 6

Middle School

High School

College

List all schools attended: high school and above, technical/vocational, college, military, etc.

School (write below)

Name: ______________________________
____________________________________
City State

Years attended

Did you graduate

o Yes
o No

Degree Received

Name: ______________________________
____________________________________
City State

o Yes
o No

Name: ______________________________
____________________________________
City State

o Yes
o No

Special Skills:
Please describe your knowledge and experience in using a computer. Please list any computer programs you have worked with:

Please describe additional skills, training, or abilities you would like to have considered when evaluating your qualifications:

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES (preferably work-related)

NAME	OCCUPATION	RELATIONSHIP	PHONE / NUMBER	EMAIL	YEARS KNOWN

Bethalto Public Library District
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
An Equal Opportunity Employer

APPLICANT AGREEMENT: RELEASE AND CERTIFICATION
Please read before signing.
I hereby certify the information provided in this employment application is true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge. If hired, any misstatement or omission of fact on this application may result in my termination of employment without notice or benefits, regardless of how or when discovered.
I authorize the investigation of all statements and information contained in this application. If an employment relationship is established, I understand that it is the policy of the Bethalto Public Library District that all employment is on an ‘at will’ basis which allows the employment to be terminated at any time by either the employee or the Library ‘at will’ with or without cause.
I acknowledge that I have read the above statements and hereby grant permission to verify the information supplied on this application for employment and employment related documents I have provided.
Signature: ___________________________________ Date: _____________________

Please supplement this record with a resume, references or any additional information
that you feel will aid in our evaluation of your qualifications.

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Bethalto Public Library District.
Your application will be kept on file for six months.

For office use only:
Position Title:___________________ Date:___________________
Hired: oYes o No Start Date:_______________________
Wage: Hourly $_________ Hours per week________
Estimated End of Orientation Date:__________ Scheduled days/shifts: ________________
Forms:

Form I-9	_________	Emergency Contact	_________
Form W-4	_________	Job Description	_________
IDES New Hire	_________	Personnel Handbook	_________
IMRF Enrollment	_________