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Adams County, WI

Library Aide

Friendship, WI · On-site

$15.36/hr

Library Opening Date: 08/27/2026 Closing Date: 9/17/2026 11:59 AM Central Description Performs semiskilled work staffing the circulation desk during open hours, maintaining order on shelves, and ...

Adams County, WI

Library Aide

Friendship, WI · On-site

$15.36/hr

Library Opening Date: 08/27/2026 Closing Date: 9/17/2026 11:59 AM Central Description Performs semiskilled work staffing the circulation desk during open hours, maintaining order on shelves, and ...

Adams County, WI

Library Director

Friendship, WI · On-site

$44.36/hr

Library Opening Date: 09/03/2026 Closing Date: 10/9/2026 5:00 PM Central Description The Library Director is responsible for the planning, organization, development, and overall supervision of the ...

City of Sun Prairie, WI

Library Page I

Sun Prairie, WI · On-site

$13.04/hr

Public Library Opening Date: 09/08/2026 Closing Date: 9/28/2026 11:59 PM Central The Sun Prairie Public Library is currently hiring for two Library Page positions: one at 10 hours per week and ...

City of Sun Prairie, WI

Library Page I

Sun Prairie, WI · On-site

$13.04/hr

Public Library Opening Date: 09/08/2026 Closing Date: 9/28/2026 11:59 PM Central The Sun Prairie Public Library is currently hiring for two Library Page positions: one at 10 hours per week and ...

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County of Adams

Library Aide

Friendship, WI

$15.36/hr

Description Performs semiskilled work staffing the circulation desk during open hours, maintaining ... Work is performed under the close supervision of an Associate Librarian. This entry-level position ...

Village of Waunakee, WI

Library Assistant

Waunakee, WI · On-site

$20.30/hr

... opening and closing the library, and other tasks as assigned. Starting hourly wage is $20.30 per hour. Interested candidates must complete the online application form. Go to the Waunakee Village ...

City of Appleton

Library Security Monitor

Appleton, WI · On-site

$21.88/hr

Before and after-hours opportunities may exist to support events that occur in the library meeting room after the library is closed or prior to opening. Typical Qualifications Experience in public ...

City of Sun Prairie

Library Page I

Sun Prairie, WI · On-site

Assists with opening and closing the library. * Retrieves items to send to other libraries. * Assists patrons with library equipment. * Performs other duties as required. Requirements of Work Any ...

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City of Sun Prairie

Library Page I

Sun Prairie, WI · On-site

$13.04/hr

Assists with opening and closing the library. Retrieves items to send to other libraries. Assists patrons with library equipment. Performs other duties as required. Requirements of Work Any ...

City of Appleton, WI

Library Clerk (Half-Time)

Appleton, WI · On-site

$18.08 - $21.70/hr

Public Services Opening Date: 09/08/2026 Closing Date: 9/20/2026 11:59 PM Central The Appleton Public Library, the Wisconsin Library of the Year for 2025 , is seeking a Library Clerk (Half-Time) to ...

City of Appleton, WI

Library Clerk (Half-Time)

Appleton, WI · On-site

$18.08 - $21.70/hr

Public Services Opening Date: 09/08/2026 Closing Date: 9/20/2026 11:59 PM Central The Appleton Public Library, the Wisconsin Library of the Year for 2025 , is seeking a Library Clerk (Half-Time) to ...

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Library Aide

Friendship, WI • On-site

Adams County, WI
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$15.36/hr

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Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary: $15.36 Hourly
Location : 569 N. Cedar St., Adams, WI
Job Type: Limited Term Employment
Job Number: 35-2026
Department: Library
Opening Date: 08/27/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 11:59 AM Central
Description
Performs semiskilled work staffing the circulation desk during open hours, maintaining order on shelves, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the close supervision of an Associate Librarian. This entry-level position is particularly well suited for students and individuals seeking part-time library experience.
It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties that an employee may be required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive.
Examples of Duties
  1. As members of the Adams County Library staff, library aides are responsible for maintaining confidentiality about library transactions in accordance with the Wisconsin State Statutes concerning patron privacy, and for following the rules for use of the shared catalog and delivery systems required by the South Central Library System.
  2. Retrieves books, magazines, audiovisual materials, and other library collection items as required by library staff or patrons.
  3. Replaces materials in correct locations after use, using alphabetic, numerical, or another order as used by the library. Identifies areas where items are out of order and rearranges as needed. Shifts items to improve shelf space.
  4. Staffs the circulation desk during open hours. Answers questions in person and by telephone. Uses the library computer to check materials in and out to patrons.
  5. Empties materials from book drop. Assists library patrons with locating materials, and with use of library computer software and hardware.
  6. Assists with library programs and promotional events. Creates event calendars, flyers, and displays that help market library services.
  7. Maintains all shared spaces in neat order, including children's area, Reading Room,small meeting room, circulation desk, and employee break room.
  8. Performs other related functions and duties as assigned or required.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Qualifications
  1. Able to work a flexible part-time schedule, including evening and Saturday hours, and occasional substitute shifts as needed.
  2. Able to effectively follow instructions from the supervisor, verbally and in written form.
  3. Able to communicate effectively in English when communicating in writing or speaking.
  4. Able to perform basic mathematical functions including simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Exposure to bloodborne pathogens is considered low for this position.
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the ADA, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Benefits are generally not provided for this position, except those that are required by law.
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Are you currently a student (High School or College)? Please explain.
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Do you possess a valid Wisconsin driver's license?
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Please write a brief statement about why you are interested in this position, and about any previous experience through jobs, volunteering, hobbies, or school clubs that make you a good candidate.
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Do you have customer service experience? Please explain.
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Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence?
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
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If 18 years of age or older, will you grant Adams County the authority to do a complete and thorough background check including personal and professional references, education, and employment?
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