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City of Racine, WI

Access Services Supervisor

WI · On-site

$67K - $86K/yr

Oversees general patron inquiries about hours, book return locations, bookmobile locations, etc. * Maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Additional Tasks and Responsibilities

Humboldt County, CA

Director of Library Services

Eureka, CA · On-site

$57.47 - $65.02/hr

... bookmobile. The Humboldt County Library is dedicated to providing resources and opportunities to support lifelong learning, local heritage, and the cultural, recreational, and information needs of ...

Twinsburg Public Library

LIBRARY DIRECTOR

Twinsburg, OH · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

The TPL bookmobile extends the commitment beyond the library's walls, delivering library services directly to neighborhoods, schools, and senior communities across the region. Membership with Clevnet ...

City of Racine

Access Services Supervisor

Racine, WI

$67K - $86K/yr

Oversees general patron inquiries about hours, book return locations, bookmobile locations, etc. Maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Additional Tasks and Responsibilities Perform ...

City of Santa Cruz

Temporary Library Aide

Santa Cruz, CA · On-site

$18.70 - $22.73/hr

The Santa Cruz Public Library System consists of 10 library branches and a Bookmobile. For more information on the Library including branch locations and hours, please visit www.santacruzpl.org. This ...

City of New Haven

Library Maintenance

New Haven, CT · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Motor vehicle, van, and/or bookmobile pre- and post-trip inspections and making recommendations for repairs and maintenance * Performs related duties as assigned. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS ...

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How much do bookmobile jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for bookmobile in the United States is $20.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Bookmobile staff, and how can they be addressed?

Bookmobile staff often work independently or in small teams, requiring strong organizational and communication skills to manage schedules, routes, and community outreach. Challenges can include adapting to diverse community needs, maintaining the vehicle and collection in varying conditions, and promoting library services to new audiences. Staff can address these challenges by staying flexible, building strong community relationships, and participating in ongoing training for both technical and customer service skills. Collaboration with local libraries and community organizations also enhances service effectiveness and support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Bookmobile Librarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bookmobile Librarian, you need a background in library science (often with an MLS/MLIS degree), strong organizational skills, and a valid driver’s license. Familiarity with integrated library systems, mobile circulation technology, and basic vehicle maintenance is also important. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and community outreach abilities help build relationships and serve diverse populations. These competencies ensure effective delivery of library services and foster literacy and engagement in the communities reached by the bookmobile.

What is a bookmobile?

A bookmobile is a mobile library service, typically provided by a public library, that brings books and other library materials to people who may not have easy access to a physical library building. Bookmobiles are usually vehicles like buses or vans outfitted with shelves of books and technology for checking out materials. They visit schools, neighborhoods, rural areas, and community events, helping to promote literacy and provide library services to underserved populations. Bookmobiles can also offer programs, internet access, and other resources found at traditional libraries.

What is the difference between Bookmobile vs Librarian?

AspectBookmobileLibrarian
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require a library science certificationMaster's degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS)
Work EnvironmentMobile library vehicle serving communities, schools, and eventsLibraries, schools, or digital platforms, often in a fixed location
Employer & Industry UsagePublic libraries, community outreach programsPublic, academic, or special libraries

While both Bookmobiles and Librarians work within library services, Bookmobiles focus on mobile outreach, bringing library resources directly to communities. Librarians typically work in fixed library locations, managing collections and assisting patrons. Both roles require knowledge of library operations, but Librarians usually need advanced degrees, whereas Bookmobile staff may have more varied qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Bookmobile job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 32% Full Time, and 68% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $42,667 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

Access Services Supervisor

City of Racine, WI

WI • On-site

$67K - $86K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Salary : $67,371.20 - $86,632.00 Annually
Location : Library 75 7th Street, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600052
Department: Library
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 6/29/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Description
We strongly encourage City of Racine residents to apply. We're committed to building a workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and apply today!
Position Purpose:
The Racine Public Library has been the community's educational and informational institution since 1897. All employees are expected and encouraged to create a positive and friendly environment for library users, the community, and co-workers. It is expected that all employees be flexible, responsive to change, and take a leadership role when necessary. Essential duties may change in response to evolving community needs.
Under the direction of the Deputy Director, the Access Services Supervisor manages all functions of the Circulation Department. This position is responsible for smooth operation of public services related to circulation and access in accordance with library policy, including but not limited to patron registration, holds management, materials check-in and check-out, fee collection, deliveries, processing, and cataloging. The Access Services Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of all full-time and part-time employees of this department. This position is full-time, with the specific work schedule to be mutually agreed upon with the employee and supervisor; evenings and weekends required as needed.
Essential Duties
  • Oversee all circulation of library materials in the library and through extension services.
  • Oversee operation of Circulation employees, equipment, and functions.
  • Assist or lead in interviewing and recommending for hire candidates for Circulation employees when needed.
  • Coordinate all training and supervise and appraise the performance of all Circulation employees, providing continual corrective guidance and documentation
  • Responsible for assessing continuing education and training needs of all employees in Circulation departments.
  • Lead or assist in leading departmental/interdepartmental meetings for Circulation departments.
  • Handle patron problems to an appropriate resolution.
  • Plan long-range activities in accordance with the library's Strategic Plan, including evaluation and recommendation of service improvements, collections, programs, technology, equipment and facilities.
  • Establish, approve, and maintain work schedule for entire department.
  • Maintain knowledge of current techniques and methods used in providing public library services.
  • Provide monthly reports and other regular circulation reports as assigned.
  • Represent Racine Public Library at Prairie Lakes Library System committees and other committees as appropriate.
  • Oversees general patron inquiries about hours, book return locations, bookmobile locations, etc.
  • Maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record.

Additional Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Perform all Supervisor level duties in the library for Circulation
  • Perform other duties and work on special projects as assigned
  • Attend trainings related to Lead Supervisor role
  • Assist in leading efforts from Library Administration towards various cultural transformation goals
  • Attend staff meetings and meetings of community organizations, as required

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with two or more years of public library experience, MLIS preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
  • Knowledge of current standards and best practices used in providing public library services, including circulation and technical services.
  • Knowledge of Sirsi Dynix Workflows Integrated Library System (ILS) for circulation, patron management, and cataloging preferred.
  • Experience with Google Workspace apps, including Sheets, Docs, Gmail, and Forms
  • Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and public relations skills.
  • Strong budgeting skills, experience in ordering from multiple vendors, and basic knowledge of library vendors and ordering processes (Ex. Brodart, Ingram, Demco, etc.)
  • Ability to analyze data to recognize trends, assess effectiveness, and turn insights into actionable improvements.
  • Ability to confidently supervise, evaluate, coach, and manage a diverse staff.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other library departments and community partners
  • Ability to use personal judgment to effectively problem-solve.
  • Ability to work with a diverse public politely and with respect.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish, both orally and in writing, desirable.

Supplemental Information
Physical Demands of the Position
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 60 pounds of library materials from one area to another.
  • Ability to stand for 5 hours with a break.
  • Sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, bending, twisting, reaching, filing, talking, listening, concentrating, handling, grasping, writing, sorting.

Environmental/Work Conditions
Public service situation in a modern office environment with a large volume of public interaction. Forty-hour work week, with some evening and weekend work.
Equipment Used
Computer terminals, automated materials handler, laser scanners, telephones, cash registers, copy machines, postage meter, 3M security system, calculators, fax machine, A/V equipment, camera, walkie-talkie, and other tools used in the library environment.
City Employee Benefits - 2026
  • Health Insurance
    1. 92.5% of the Premium is paid by the City of Racine - either single or family.
      • Centivo administers the PPO Plans that are offered. You can chose from two high-deductible health plans and one low-deductible health plan, with two different networks offered.
      • CVS Caremark administers our prescription plan
    2. Payment of $50 per month to employees who waive health coverage
  • Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
    1. A Health Savings Account (H.S.A.) is a tax beneficial savings account that can be used in conjunction with a qualified High - Deductible Health Plan. The funds put into an H.S.A. may be used on future, eligible health care expenses without any taxation. The City makes a prorated, one-time contribution to an employee's Health Savings Account, with the amount of the contribution determined at the time of hire.
    2. The maximum contribution amounts are determined by the IRS each year.
  • Racine Employee Health & Wellness Center
    1. The Employee Health and Wellness Center run by Ascension Wisconsin is available to you and your dependent(s) if enrolled in the medical insurance
    2. It provides comprehensive services including clinic visits, health coaching, and preventative exams and health screenings.
  • Life Insurance
    1. City provides one unit equal to your annual earnings
    2. Employee may buy additional insurance - each unit is equal to your annual earnings.
    3. Maximum additional life insurance is four units; For a total of five (5) units at the maximum coverage.
    4. Cost depends on age and annual salary
    5. Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance is available - maximum coverage is $20,000 for spouse and $10,000 for dependents, cost is $3.20 per month or half for $1.60/month
  • Pension
    1. Wisconsin Retirement System, the contribution rate for 2026 is 14.4% Funded 50% by the City of Racine and 50% by the employee.
    2. Rates can change per year depending upon what is approved through WRS.
  • Vacation
    1. Less than 4 years of continuous service - 96 hours
    2. At least 4 years but less than 9 years of continuous service - 136
    3. At least 9 years but less than 14 years of continuous service - 176
    4. At least 14 years but less than 21 years of continuous service - 216
    5. At least 21 years of continuous service - 256
    6. You may carry over up to 80 hours into the next year.
    7. During the first calendar year of employment, new employees shall earn vacation on a prorated basis based on the new employee's start date.
  • Holidays
    1. 13 paid holidays, 12 scheduled and 1 floating
  • Sick Leave
    1. Accrues at the rate of 1 day per full month worked.
  • Casual Days
    1. You can earn up to 4 casual days based off the amount of sick time that you have accrued.
    2. You are also eligible for an additional casual day if you use 16 hours or less of sick time in the preceding year.
  • Dental Insurance
    1. MetLife administers our dental plan with two options available to employees (Basic plan or Advanced plan). Employees pay the premium with a pre-tax payroll deduction.
    2. The City of Racine pays for the Basic Employee premium if you are enrolled in the medical insurance.
  • Vision Insurance
    1. Superior Vision administers our vision plan with one option. Employees pay the premium with a pre-tax payroll deduction.
  • Flexible Spending Plans
    1. Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts administered by Health Equity.
    2. The maximum contributions are determined by the IRS each year.
  • Short Term Disability Policy
    1. Automatically enrolled in a short-term disability insurance policy through MetLife, excludes Water and Wastewater Utility Employees.
    2. 70% of annual income, up to 13 weeks with a maximum benefit of $2,000 weekly.
  • Employee Assistance Program
    1. The City of Racine offers an employee assistance program through Advocate Aurora.
  • Parental Leave
    1. 320 hours of paid parental leave, if eligible for FMLA. Water and Wastewater Utility employees are eligible for 80 hours.
  • Deferred Compensation
    1. Provided through Nationwide, Security Benefit (RPA/The Standard) or Wisconsin Deferred Comp.
  • Supplemental Insurance
    1. Provided through AFLAC Funded by payroll deduction
    2. Accident, Hospital & Cancer policies are available
  • Tuition Reimbursement
    1. $4,000 per year, or 80% of the employee's total tuition cost, whichever is lower.
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
    1. The Student Loan Repayment Program, administered by Bakertilly Vantagen, helps assist you with the financial burden of the education that you have received. Non City of Racine residents can receive up to $1,200 per year towards student loan repayments, and City of Racine residents can receive up to $2,400 per year towards student loan repayments.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
    1. The PSLF Program promotes full-time public sector employment. Public Employees, may qualify for public service loan forgiveness after making 120 payments toward their student loans while working full-time in public service. This means that nurses, policeman, firefighters, public health, and government employees can be eligible for participation. The Forgiveness Program was designed uniquely to provide relief to those who are doing the best for our communities every day. To find out if you qualify for a forgiveness program call 866-706-5005.
  • Wellness Incentive
    1. Employees, spouses, and retirees covered by the City health insurance plan who complete the Wellness Incentive requirements are eligible to receive $200, spouses receive $100.
  • Fitness Reimbursement
    1. Employees, spouses, and retirees covered by the City health insurance plan are eligible for 50% reimbursement of their annual membership fee up to a maximum of $200 per household.
    2. Reimbursement also includes fitness classes and weight reduction programs.
  • City of Racine Residency
    1. City of Racine employees that are non-represented are eligible for a 4% per hour pay differential if you provide proof that you are City of Racine resident.
      • City of Racine residency pay differential rates are different for:
        • Racine Police Association - 3% differential rate
        • Local 321 Firefighter Union - 3% differential rate
        • Transit Union - 2% differential rate
    2. You can receive additional City contribution into your H.S.A. account if you are a City of Racine Resident. Residency contributions are based on what
  • Homebuyer Down payment Assistance Program
    1. The City of Racine Employee Homebuyer Assistance Program offers up to $10,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance to help you purchase your dream home in the City of Racine - Submission deadline for applications is August 1st, 2026.
  • Racine Financial Empowerment Center
    1. The Racine Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) provides free one-on-one professional financial counseling for all City of Racine employees, and residents of the City of Racine.

Additional information about the City's comprehensive benefits package can be found on the following website;
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