Library Materials Processing Specialist

City-of-Janesvill; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Janesville seeks a Materials Processing Assistant to support the library’s collection access and preservation needs. Responsibilities include processing, mending, labeling, catalog maintenance, and aiding with inventory projects.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least six months in libraries; the role requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work with RFID tagging and processing workflows.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum six months work experience in libraries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process print, audiovisual, learning aids, and special collection materials for circulation.
• Prepare materials for public use with labels, covers, packaging, RFID tags, and related elements.
• Maintain item records in the online catalog, add new materials, and withdraw items as needed.
• Mend print and audiovisual materials through basic repair and repackaging methods.
• Support collection maintenance by locating missing items and assisting with inventories.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Technology skills

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Office software

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

RFID tagging equipment

Library software

Job description

The City of Janesville seeks a Materials Processing Assistant to support the library’s collection access and preservation needs. Responsibilities include processing, mending, labeling, catalog maintenance, and aiding with inventory projects.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least six months in libraries; the role requires attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work with RFID tagging and processing workflows.