Evening Library Shelver: Organize Shelves & Support

City of Wauwatosa; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Wauwatosa’s Wauwatosa Public Library is hiring an evening Library Shelver for a year-round, part-time schedule (approximately 12 hours per week) at $14.00 per hour. The role involves shelving, organizing materials, and assisting with library programs in a quiet library setting.

Shifts include Monday/Wednesday/Thursday evenings and rotating weekend hours. No experience is required, though shelving experience is preferred, and applicants must be at least 16 years old.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with the Dewey Decimal System preferred.
• Ability to alphabetize items and place them in numerical order quickly and accurately.
• Proficiency with computers and computer applications.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize workroom needs.
• Organize library materials alphabetically and numerically.
• Return materials to proper location within the library.
• Unload library bins and carts.
• Empty book drop.
• Set up tables and chairs for meetings.
• Assist with library programs and displays.
• Assist in general upkeep of library materials and facility.
• Refer non-directional questions to staff.

Skills

Dewey Decimal System familiarity

Alphabetizing items

Computer proficiency

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

The City of Wauwatosa’s Wauwatosa Public Library is hiring an evening Library Shelver for a year-round, part-time schedule (approximately 12 hours per week) at $14.00 per hour. The role involves shelving, organizing materials, and assisting with library programs in a quiet library setting.

Shifts include Monday/Wednesday/Thursday evenings and rotating weekend hours. No experience is required, though shelving experience is preferred, and applicants must be at least 16 years old.