WE ARE HIRING!
JOB TITLE: Library Assistant - Public Services
LOCATION: Portage Public Library, in Portage, WI
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Portage Public Library seeks applicants for a part-time Library Assistant position. Duties include: facilitating community partnerships through volunteer coordination, local interest displays, assisting patrons at the information desk with technology and reference queries, managing memorial book donations, and fulfilling research and genealogy requests. Additional responsibilities include creating digital and print media, updating library website and social media, coordinating book club requests, and assisting Adult Services Librarian with programming, public service, and community support.
DESIRED CANDIDATE QUALITIES: We seek someone who is friendly, enthusiastic, has excellent communication skills, is detail-oriented, and is a problem solver who enjoys working with people of all ages. Being very comfortable with technology and computer use is integral to the success of this position. Research and reader’s advisory skills are valued. Strong candidates should be personally motivated and able to complete job duties without significant oversight. Additionally, candidates must be comfortable minimally supervising other staff in the absence of Library Leadership, and ought to be communicative and patient when dealing with potential conflicts or confrontation.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred; high school degree required. A minimum of 6 months related experience or training is required; previous library experience is not required but preferred.
PAY: This is a part-time position, and is not benefits eligible. The hiring pay rate for this position is $14.00/hr. This position is expected to be able to work both nights and weekends.
SCHEDULE: This position works an average of 20 hours per week, including one Saturday shift per month. The weekly schedule includes four predetermined shifts on our Information Desk, and flexible "off-desk" hours to perform positional duties.
The Information Desk shifts are:
- Monday - 12:00-3:30
- Wednesday - 12:00-3:30
- Thursday - 3:30-7:00
- Friday - 3:00-6:00
- The third Saturday of each month 8:30-2:00
TO APPLY: CLICK HERE for a comprehensive job description; applicants should read this thoroughly before applying.
Applicants must apply via e-mail; please send a COVER LETTER, RESUME, and list of THREE REFERENCES to Whitney Parrillo, Adult Services Librarian, at wparrillo [at] portagelibrary.us (wparrillo[at]portagelibrary[dot]us). Please indicate in the subject line that you are applying for the Library Assistant-Public Services position.
The position will remain open for applications until May 10, 2024.
ANY QUESTIONS?: Contact Whitney at the e-mail listed above, or call her at 608-742-4959 ext. 170. We look forward to your application!