About CALS
Employment Opportunities at CALS
CALS does not accept unsolicited applications.
Please submit applications for advertised positions only.
CALS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Applicants not possessing the minimum qualifications will not be considered or acknowledged.
FULL-TIME POSITIONS
Reference Department Manager—Full time position—Main Library in Little Rock—The Central Arkansas Library System is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic librarian to manage the Main Library Reference Department. Candidates must possess strong customer skills and an enthusiasm for working with diverse patrons and staff. Responsibilities include administering day-to-day department operations, which include several divisions within the department, including Periodicals, Interlibrary Loan, Public Computer Lab and selection of print reference materials for the system. Knowledge of library automation and providing library service in a public library environment are essential. Required: a MLS degree from an ALA-accredited school. Preferred: 3 years supervisory experience in providing reference or public service to a diverse population. Salary negotiable from $40,000 to $48,000, based on experience, plus excellent benefits. Send/email/fax resume and cover letter to: Bettye Fowler Kerns, Central Arkansas Library System, bkerns (at) cals (dot) org FAX 501-375-7451, 100 Rock St., Little Rock AR 72201 by August 20, 2010. Applications from persons not meeting the minimum qualifications for the position will not be acknowledged.
SECURITY GUARD – Full-time position, Central Arkansas Library System. Shift work required to include evenings and weekends. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Some computer experience a plus. Must be able to pass criminal record check. $22,505, plus excellent benefits package. Resume/application to: Jerry Smith, Main Library, 100 Rock St., Little Rock, AR 72201 or via email jerrys (at) cals (dot) org , or fax 375-7451 by 8/2/10.
PART-TIME POSITIONS
None available at this time.
LIBRARY PAGE POSITIONS
Pages are part-time positions, sorting and shelving materials. Must be able to lift 20 lbs. Must be able to reach all shelving with aid of a kick stool. Must have some knowledge of computers. Some evening and Saturday hours may be required. $7.25/hr. Open until filled. Contact the following for more information.
CALS Employment Application for Page Positions
McMath Library -- 2100 John Barrow Rd., Little Rock, 72204 -- 20 hours/week. Contact John McGraw, 225-0066, jmcgraw@cals.org.