Part-Time Library Shelver & Materials Organizer

City of South Milwaukee; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of South Milwaukee Library seeks a library shelver to maintain the collection and support daily operations. The role involves shelving and organizing materials, assisting with deliveries, and helping with programs under supervision of the Library Director.

No prior experience is required; many tasks are light and require attention to detail and clear communication. The position is temporary with potential for schedule flexibility as the library expands hours.

Qualifications

• No employment experience required.
• Completion of one year of high school.
• Ability to sort materials in alpha, numeric and alphanumeric order.
• Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of library patron information.

Responsibilities

• Shelves library materials according to the library’s classification systems.
• Empties and sorts consortium deliveries and the book drop.
• Straightens books on shelves for uniform appearance.
• Reads shelves for accuracy and re-shelves misplaced items.
• Locates and retrieves materials for lists.
• Shifts books/collections during shelving or reorganization.
• Refers questions to appropriate staff.
• Assists with library program setup and takedown.
• Attends staff meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance; may include nights/weekends.

Skills

Alpha-numeric sorting

Attention to detail

Independent work

Clear communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

One year of high school completed

Tools

Book trucks

Photocopier

Paper cutter

Mobile devices

Job description

The City of South Milwaukee Library seeks a library shelver to maintain the collection and support daily operations. The role involves shelving and organizing materials, assisting with deliveries, and helping with programs under supervision of the Library Director.

No prior experience is required; many tasks are light and require attention to detail and clear communication. The position is temporary with potential for schedule flexibility as the library expands hours.