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Salary : $55,120.00 Annually

Location : Mead Public Library, WI

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 01292025

Department : Library

Opening Date : 01 / 29 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 12 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Why Work for Us?

At the City of Sheboygan, we believe in taking care of our employees. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package

that includes :
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurances : Stay healthy and secure with our comprehensive insurance coverage.
Annual Employer HSA Contribution : We invest in your well-being by contributing to your Health Savings Account.
Employer Sponsored Clinic : Access convenient and affordable healthcare services through our dedicated clinic.
Up to Four Weeks of PTO Upon Hire : Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with generous paid time off.
Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System : Plan for your future with our retirement savings program.
And So Much More!

With a wide range of departments and positions available, you're sure to find a role that aligns with your interests, skills, and experiences. Whether you're passionate about public safety, infrastructure development, community planning, or customer service, there's a place for you at the City of Sheboygan.

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Join our team and become part of a community-focused organization that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Apply now and embark on a rewarding career with the City of Sheboygan!

Note : Employees are eligible for benefits at 20 hours per week. Contribution amounts and specific program eligibility may vary by position or FTE (Full-Time Equivalent).

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The City of Sheboygan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary of Job

The Mead Public Library provides quality services, resources, and lifelong learning opportunities to meet the needs and interests of our diverse community. The function of the Mead Public Library is to serve our customers in a way that establishes a relationship of mutual gratitude - our gratitude for our customers' patronage, and our customers' gratitude for the quality and value they receive.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Library Director, the Associate Librarian position develops and delivers library programs, assists patrons in the makerspace (Imaginarium) and digital media production studio (Mead Radio), and as a member of the Public Services team, provides excellent customer service to the library community and supports other department activities. It is imperative job duties are performed with respect, integrity, objectivity and in the best interest of the City. This position requires a high level of confidentiality. All City employees are expected to be honest and truthful at all times.

Responsibilities

Maintains circulation of library collections.

Coordinates makerspace (Imaginarium) activities, programs, and equipment purchases and maintenance.

Coordinates digital media production studio (Mead Radio) activities, programs, and equipment purchases.

Provides customer service, reader's advisory, and limited research services.

Instructs and assists patrons with technology and equipment to include but not limited to public computers, makerspace equipment, digital media production studio, online library catalog, and digital resources.

Handles / counts cash and performs cash transactions.

Leads ad hoc teams or projects; participates in and leads staff committees.

Schedules and coordinates book displays and exhibits.

Collaborates with Public Services team in the planning, development, and delivery of programs in the library and community.

Reports building malfunctions, safety, and security matters to management, safety specialist and / or maintenance staff.

Develops and maintains cooperative relationships with community organizations.

Interprets, explains and applies library policy and procedures to respond to customer concerns.

Prepares invoices for payment.

Provides input to managers in the improvement of library policies, plans, and goals.

Attends library conferences and workshops.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree

At least two years of library or related experience

Qualifications & Skills

Demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to interact with the diverse local community

Basic knowledge of library services and procedures

Ability to think analytically and to develop new or revised systems, procedures, and work flows

Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment

Resilient to changes in the library profession and work environment

Ability and willingness to learn, adapt to new technologies, flexible when faced with changing situations, and ability to work in an ambiguous environment

Ability to effectively communicate ideas and information both in written and oral form, effectively read and understand written information

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions

Ability to calculate basic arithmetic problems (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Ability to exercise good judgment, investigate, define problems and offer solutions, research and collect data, analyze information and establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Ability to create documents in MS Word and spreadsheets in MS Excel, ability to use and maintain e-mail and calendars

Job offers for this position are contingent on the individual passing a pre-employment background check.

Work Environment :

On a frequent basis, stands, walks, sits, talks, and reaches with hands and arms and somewhat frequently lifts, bends, stoops, lifts and caries books, files, and / or boxes weighing up to 50 pounds, and pushing and pulling objects on wheels weighing up to 100 pounds. Position requires the operation of office equipment and required repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer equipment. Occasional attendance at meetings outside of normal working hours and meetings off site required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Sheboygan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Voluntary Long and Short Term Disability Insurance

Wisconsin Retirement Fund

Paid-Time-Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Please identify the highest level of education that you have.

I do not have a high school diploma or equivalent

High School or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Have you previously worked in a library?

No, I have never worked in a library.

Yes, I've worked in a library less than two years.

Yes, I've worked in a library at least two years.

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