Library Assistant

Middleton; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

WI Retirement System

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off (pro-rated)

Job summary

The Middleton Public Library in Middleton, WI is seeking a part-time Library Assistant (24 hours per week) to join our Adult Services team. This role focuses on programming, collection development, and publicity, and requires creativity, collaboration, and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include delivering reference assistance, managing circulation, supporting daily operations, helping patrons with technology, and assisting with programs and outreach.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year in public library services or related field.
• Access to transportation for job duties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional customer service, assisting with reference questions, program info, and library resources.
• Manage circulation services, registering new cardholders, updating accounts, processing holds, and collecting fines.
• Support daily operations, including opening/closing procedures, room reservations, collection maintenance, and ensuring a safe environment.
• Help patrons with technology needs, such as computers, photocopiers, and personal devices.
• Assist with library programs, outreach, promotional materials, and assigned projects.
• Participate in library committees and initiatives.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Reference questions

Technology assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Canva

Job description

General Description

The Middleton Public Library is seeking a part-time (24 hours per week) Library Assistant to join our Adult Services team! This role will focus on programming, collection development, and publicity.

The ideal candidate for this position will be creative, collaborative, and have excellent customer service skills.

This position is eligible for: WI Retirement System (WRS), Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and pro-rated Paid Time Off

Job Functions

• Deliver professional customer service, assisting with reference questions, program info, and library resources.
• Manage circulation services, registering new cardholders, updating accounts, processing holds, and collecting fines.
• Support daily operations, including opening/closing procedures, room reservations, collection maintenance, and ensuring a safe environment.
• Help patrons with technology needs, such as computers, photocopiers, and personal devices.
• Assist with library programs, outreach, promotional materials, and assigned projects.
• Participate in library committees and initiatives.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Competencies

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year in public library services or related field
• Access to transportation for job duties.

Preferred, but not required, qualifications.

• Public Library experience
• College coursework or degree in library science or related field
• Bilingual skills

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Environment

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment with occasional travel to meetings, work sites, or other locations

Physical Demands

• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, and lift objects up to [XX] pounds
• Work requires extended periods of standing or walking
• Work will involve operating standard office equipment (computer, telephone, copier, etc.)
• Vision and hearing are required to perform essential functions and communicate effectively

Job-Related Demands

• Work will involve contact with the public, requiring effective communication and professional conduct.
• Work may involve exposure to stressful situations, deadlines, or conflict resolution

City Of Middleton Benefits - Non-Regular, Permanent Part-time Employees

The benefits listed on this page are available to employees in City of Middleton Non-regular, Classified Service who are considered part-time. Non-regular part-time status means the employee is regularly scheduled for, and working, 22 or less hours per week hours per week. Non-regular, Classified Service positions ar not eligible to participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System, but are listed on the City's classified Salary Plan.

Employee Assistance Program

• Employee assistance Program to assist in the prevention, early identification, and resolution of personal issues.
• Employees may consult with the EAP at no cost.

Time Off

• Unpaid Bereavement, Jury Duty and other special purpose leaves.

01
Do you have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you have at least one (1) year of customer service experience?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you able to work 24 hours per week, including nights and weekends?

• Yes
• No

04
Please indicate your level of experience planning, coordinating, and/or delivering programs, events, or activities for the public

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 - 3 years experience
• 3 - 5 years experience
• 5+ years experience

05
Which of the following publicity or promotional activities do you have experience performing? (Select all that apply)

• Creating flyers, posters, displays, or other promotional materials
• Writing content for websites, newsletters, or social media
• Creating graphics using Canva or similar software
• Coordinating marketing and/or outreach with community organizations
• Other related publicity experience
• No related experience
• Required Question